University of Washington (Seattle) - Foster School of Business

Lead with impact. The two-year Foster Full-time MBA Program gives you the tools, career support, and network to shape your future. Ranked #20 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 Best Business School Rankings and #1 for MBAs with the highest return for grads earning $100,000+, the ROI of a Foster MBA goes beyond career and financial outcomes, shaping your long-term outlook on how to have your greatest impact. And now the Full-time MBA program offers an MBA Management Science Degree Option, a new STEM credential available to students beginning in Autumn quarter of 2020.

You’ll be a part of Foster’s tight-knit and supportive community. Foster’s deliberately small cohort size encourages active collaboration, especially true outside the classroom. Interests and passions unite through a wide range of student activities and organizations.

For more about the program: https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree-programs/full-time-mba/

Bronze "W" at Rainier Vista

Turning Ideas into Impact. Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the world’s preeminent public universities. Our impact on individuals, our region and the world is profound — whether we are launching young people into a boundless future or confronting the grand challenges of our time through undaunted research and scholarship. 

What defines our students, faculty, and community members? Above all, it’s our belief in possibility and our unshakable optimism. It’s a connection to others near and far. It’s a hunger that pushes us to tackle challenges and pursue progress. It’s the conviction that together we can create a world of good.

Paccar Hall, Michael G. Foster School of Business

Located in Seattle, the Michael G. Foster School of Business is a world-class business school in a pioneering city perched on the Pacific Rim. The world’s best and brightest leaders are here, applying ingenuity to better humanity. 

Community is the heart of who we are – it is why we start our purpose statement with “together.” We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that inspires everyone to be better together. We encourage every individual to bring their full self to all that we do. We foster leaders who better humanity through action. We foster the future by striving to be better tomorrow than we are today.

Foster. The Future.

Crystal Farh, Associate Professor of Management, Michael G. Foster Endowed Fellow

An internationally known and ranked faculty distinguishes Foster with cutting-edge research and innovative teaching—a winning combination that leads students into the future. Currently ranked #6 in the world for research productivity by the Financial Times, Foster’s world-class faculty draw upon their research and current practices to create a relevant, engaging learning experience. When combined with on-campus visits from business luminaries, company treks, and applied strategy projects, Foster students accelerate their learning in collaboration with iconic companies in Seattle and beyond.

Alumni at panel discussion event

Once you graduate you become a valued member of the University of Washington Foster School of Business global alumni network. And that connection to one of the nation’s great business schools will continue to make a difference in your professional and personal life for years to come. Our graduates stay in touch with Foster news, network at events, and connect via social media to nearly 50,000 fellow alumni.

1st year students meeting their teams

Deadlines vary according to program. Please review our deadlines and notification dates for more information: https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree-programs/full-time-mba/admissions/ 

Application requirements also vary by program. Please visit our admissions FAQ page for more information:
https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree-programs/full-time-mba/admissions/faq/

What you can expect after you submit your application?
Admission Interview: Admission interviews are by invitation only and will be sent by email to select applicants within 4-6 weeks of the application deadline to which you applied. 
Notification: If you submitted a complete application, including all supplementary materials, by one of the application deadlines, an admission decision will be sent to you via email. 
Admitted Student Welcome Weekend: If you have been admitted to the MBA Program, you will be invited to attend our virtual Welcome Weekend—you need not have made the decision to attend Foster to take part! 
Details: https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree-programs/full-time-mba/admissions/

Tuition, fees, and other expenses vary by program. Please visit our website for more information: https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree-programs/full-time-mba/tuition-and-fees/

The Foster School of Business offers academic merit scholarships. All applicants to the Full-Time MBA program are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Priority is given to candidates who apply during the first two application rounds. 

Foster may consider need-based scholarship funding for students who enroll in the Full-Time MBA program. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for need-based scholarship awards.

Please visit our website for more information: https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree-programs/full-time-mba/tuition-and-fees/

Seattle skyline

A stunning city with exceptional career opportunities, Seattle may be famous for coffee, software, and rain, but once you visit, you’ll find the real attributes that lure MBA students from around the world: innovative, global companies with strong growth potential; abundant resources for entrepreneurs; the University of Washington’s international reputation; and engaged alumni who open doors for new Foster MBAs in the Northwest and around the world.

Seattle is home to a thriving business community, from Amazon, Microsoft, T-Mobile, and Starbucks, to start-ups, the strong connection between city and school results in a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities like internships and consulting projects.

Whether you want the hip, urban Capitol Hill scene, family-friendly Ballard, or the University District’s convenience to campus, you can find a neighborhood that fits your lifestyle. The city has an extensive public transit system that provides access to the university from most neighborhoods. Many rental properties are listed and updated regularly online, and local real estate agents can assist students looking for a more permanent living situation.

The University of Washington also offers limited on-campus housing, including family housing. Please visit https://hfs.uw.edu/Live/Graduate-Student-Apartments for more information.

Students at the top of Mt. Rainier

Earning an MBA in a rigorous program takes discipline, focus and great time management skills. But there’s still time for fun. Foster MBAs take networking and teambuilding seriously, building future career opportunities during a guided climb of Mount Rainier, or fitting in a project discussion between charity board meetings. Many students choose Seattle for its active lifestyle, taking time between classes to run, kayak, attend the theater, play soccer, and enjoy the company of new friends.