Application Overview

The Master of Advanced Study (M.A.S.) at Jackson is a one-year program for mid-career professionals who are looking to further their understanding and application of multi-dimensional global affairs issues. The M.A.S. is a powerful pathway to advancing one’s career, with many individuals returning to the same organization they were at when they applied and oftentimes financially sponsored by their employers.

Small by design, only a few students are admitted to this program each year. Although applicants with less than 7 years of professional experience will be considered, the average amount of experience is typically over 12 years. Regardless, candidates should possess superior professional qualifications and the ability to thrive in a rigorous academic program.

Engaging with Admissions

Any day is a good day to visit Yale Jackson School. However, in order to offer prospective students the most engaging visit, we offer on-campus Visit Days when candidates can tour campus, have lunch with current students, attend class, and meet with staff. We encourage you to register for a Visit Day if possible!

We recognize that not everyone can visit campus, though, and do our best to meet you where you are, both off-campus and virtually. Throughout the year, we host regional receptions with faculty and alumni, setup coffee chats with current students, and represent at hundreds of online events targeted by degree program, geography, interest groups, and more. Please visit our admissions events page to register for upcoming events.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Dates and Deadlines

Specific dates are listed within the application, but the application cycle begins in September, applications start being reviewed in January, and the cycle closes in August.

Early September: Online application available.
Early December: Application deadline to receive an automatic fee waiver.
Early January: Application deadline, review begins.
March: Admissions decisions released.
April: Reply deadline for Fall enrollment.

Application Materials

Required components, testing codes, tips, and other details are listed within the application instructions.