Jan 1, 2026 · Find information on how to apply and application requirements and deadlines for UNC Chapel Hill MPA program. Start your application.

Save / Print Program Components Students must successfully complete these three essential components of the MPA program to graduate.

The MPA and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) share a similar focus on leadership and management skills for administrators. However, the MBA is typically oriented toward the private …

UNC MPA is ranked among the nation’s top 25 public affairs graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report. The program is also ranked #2 in the specialty area of local government management. Learn …

Concentration areas give students the ability to tailor the UNC MPA experience to a specific discipline within public administration.

Dive into the careers of some of the most accomplished public service leaders and see how the MPA from UNC-Chapel Hill can help you start, advance, or change careers.

UNC undergraduate students with the desire to continue their graduate studies and pursue an MPA have the opportunity to begin completing their MPA requirements during their junior and senior years.

Join a student organization, take on a leadership role, present at a conference, or participate in a networking event with our alumni—we are here to help every student find their place within UNC MPA.

Below is a list of recommended courses for students planning to pursue their dual BA/BS to MPA. Students may transfer up to 12 credit hours of graduate-level courses.

Mar 26, 2025 · If you’re looking for small class sizes, a highly involved alumni network, courses and opportunities tailored to your needs and interests, and have a passion for public service, you will …