MPA at The Evergreen State College

MPA at The Evergreen State College Advocate powerfully on behalf of the public, imagine new possibilities, and accomplish positive change in your workplace and in your community.

The Master of Public Administration is a graduate program that will prepare you to effectively serve the public good. Students in Evergreen's MPA program study current issues in an interdisciplinary context, learning the most important aspects of governance, management, and policy. Graduates go on to careers in the public sector, businesses, and non-profit organizations as leaders, managers, analy

sts, and effective advocates for change. You will get a solid grounding in the core aspects of public administration. You'll also be able to specialize in one of three concentrations that match your goals and career. Public & Nonprofit Administration: management, finance, and leadership

Public Policy: understanding, communicating, and shaping policy

Tribal Governance: management, policy, and leadership for indigenous organizations, governments, and those who work with them

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📣 You’re invited!Join us for the 2026 MPA Olympia Cohort Capstone Presentations at The Evergreen State College on May 30...
05/26/2026

📣 You’re invited!
Join us for the 2026 MPA Olympia Cohort Capstone Presentations at The Evergreen State College on May 30th from 9am-12:15pm. Come see how our students are tackling real-world public service challenges and shaping solutions for our communities.
👏 Don’t miss this opportunity to support and celebrate the next generation of public leaders!
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🎓 Calling All Alumni! 🎓Do you still have your graduation regalia tucked away in a closet? We’re reaching out to see if a...
05/12/2026

🎓 Calling All Alumni! 🎓
Do you still have your graduation regalia tucked away in a closet? We’re reaching out to see if any of our amazing alumni would be willing to donate their gently used caps, gowns, or hoods to support future graduates.
Your donation can help make graduation more accessible and memorable for students who need a little extra support. đź’™
If you’re interested in giving your regalia a second life, please reach out or comment below for more details. Thank you for helping the next generation celebrate their big day!

Final Deadline — Apply Today!This is your last opportunity to apply for the 2026-2027 Olympia and Tribal Governance MPA ...
04/30/2026

Final Deadline — Apply Today!
This is your last opportunity to apply for the 2026-2027 Olympia and Tribal Governance MPA cohorts.
Designed for working professionals, the program offers evening and weekend classes, allowing you to advance your career without putting it on hold.
Don’t miss your chance to join the next cohort.
Apply now or learn more before the final deadline:
https://www.evergreen.edu/admissions-and-aid/graduate-student/apply-mpa

Graduate Studies at Tacoma Campus’ Lyceum on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026.
04/15/2026

Graduate Studies at Tacoma Campus’ Lyceum on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026.

Visited with Native Forward Staff who visited and toured Evergreen on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Native Forward Scholars ...
03/26/2026

Visited with Native Forward Staff who visited and toured Evergreen on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Native Forward Scholars Fund has empowered over 22,000 students from over 500 Tribes in all 50 states by providing scholarship dollars and support for services for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.

A great day at the Western WA Native American Educators Conference! Always fun running into alumni—Stormy with Maya Bank...
03/24/2026

A great day at the Western WA Native American Educators Conference! Always fun running into alumni—Stormy with Maya Banker‑Tate, MPA ’15.

Today we honor Billy Frank Jr.— celebrating the life and legacy of a remarkable leader who dedicated his life to protect...
03/09/2026

Today we honor Billy Frank Jr.— celebrating the life and legacy of a remarkable leader who dedicated his life to protecting tribal treaty rights, salmon, and the lands and waters of the Pacific Northwest.
His courage, persistence, and love for community continue to inspire generations.
YouTube video from Northwest Treaty Tribes.

Washington state legislators have proposed honoring the late tribal treaty rights warrior Billy Frank Jr. with a statue in the U.S. Capitol. The National Sta...

Assistant Directors Stormy and Averi at yesterday’s academic fair!
03/05/2026

Assistant Directors Stormy and Averi at yesterday’s academic fair!

Happy Lunar New Year!Wishing our MPA community a bright and powerful Year of the Horse—a year of energy, progress, and p...
02/17/2026

Happy Lunar New Year!
Wishing our MPA community a bright and powerful Year of the Horse—a year of energy, progress, and purpose in public service.
Here’s to new opportunities and shared impact!

Celebrating 100 years of Black history commemorations and honoring the founding of the NAACP in 1909, created by leaders...
02/12/2026

Celebrating 100 years of Black history commemorations and honoring the founding of the NAACP in 1909, created by leaders like W.E.B. Du Bois and Ida B. Wells to advance justice and equality.
Our MPA community reflects on this legacy and the continued work toward equity in public service.

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Olympia, WA
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