Come learn about School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences Graduate Programs at the Seattle Idealist Graduate School Fair!

Graduate education in the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS) links theory and practice with the goal of developing creative and critical thinkers and doers. We offer flexible programs of study that are responsive to the research interests, artistic ambitions, and professional aspirations of our students.

Master of Arts in Cultural Studies is designed for students who want to become effective community practitioners and engaged scholars. We offer an interdisciplinary approach to the study of culture as both a field of inquiry and a means of engagement. Learn more

Master of Arts in Policy Studies is dedicated to policy for the public good. We develop the next generation of policy leaders, teaching the critical and professional skills needed to address contemporary challenges across public, private and non-profit sectors.  Learn more

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing & Poetics is dedicated to helping students develop their creative work through a course of study that encourages exploration across genres and media. Workshops, seminars, and salons support experimentation and inquiry. Learn more

At an Idealist Grad Fair, you can:

• Learn about admissions requirements and application deadlines for graduate programs in social work, public policy, nonprofit management, international affairs, public interest law, social entrepreneurship, and many more

• Speak with graduate admissions advisors from local, national and international universities

Since 2004, the Idealist Grad Fairs have been helping prepare the next generation of nonprofit leaders by connecting thousands of prospective students with hundreds of admissions representatives from public-interest graduate programs across the United States and around the world. Fields represented at the fairs include public administration, international affairs, education, public policy, public interest law, social work, nonprofit management, global and public health, theology, environmental science, socially responsible business, and more.