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MS Business Analytics at University of Washington

University of Washington, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Business Analytics is a full-time, STEM-designated, in-person master's programme in business analytics and data science at the Foster School of Business in Seattle. It is completed in 12 months with evening and weekend classes, and AI is integrated into coursework and projects.

Faculty: Michael G. Foster School of Business  |  Duration: 12 months, full-time  |  Intake: Once a year, June start  |  Location: Seattle, WA, United States

What you will study

The catalogue lists 44 credits: 42 required credits of BUS AN courses plus a 2-credit practicum (BUS AN 599), with optional electives. Example courses include Customer Analytics and Analytics for Firm Decisions.

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Entry requirements

Foster MS in Business Analytics: U.S.-equivalent bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution; minimum GPA 3.0 over the last 90 quarter or 60 semester graded credits; GMAT/GRE strongly encouraged (high quantitative score most competitive), test-optional applicants need 2+ years of progressively responsible professional experience showing analytical ability or a STEM degree with at least a 3.3 GPA, and must answer a quantitative-preparedness prompt; non-native English speakers need TOEFL iBT 92 (4.5 on new scoring), IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo 125, or a qualifying degree taught in English; required Statement of Purpose (max 300 words); two recommendations; resume; self-review of qualifications; required video interview; $90 application fee. Round 1 deadline October 20, 2026; Round 2 January 5, 2027.

Graduate programmes open for admission at different times and have varying deadlines; entry quarter and dates are set by each programme.

Graduate application fee is $90 (USD), or $75 for Graduate Non-Matriculated applications, paid online by MasterCard or Visa; each submitted application requires a separate fee. Application dates and deadlines vary by programme and are shown in the Graduate School online application. The Law (JD), Dentistry (DDS), Pharmacy (PharmD) and Medicine (MD) programmes do not use the Graduate School application.

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