- MPA@UNC
- Admissions
Admissions Overview
The UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government seeks students with a deep commitment to public service and the strong academic background required to meet the demands of our top-ranked Master of Public Administration program. Our admissions committee reviews applications on a rolling basis, so the sooner you apply, the sooner you can receive an admissions decision and start planning for your future.
Application Deadlines
MPA@UNC offers students four start dates per calendar year (January, May, August, and September). Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.
| PROGRAM START DATE | EARLY PRIORITY DEADLINE | EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE | APPLICATION DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2021 | May 18, 2021 | June 15, 2021 | July 7, 2021 |
| January 2022 | September 21, 2021 | October 19, 2021 | November 10, 2021 |
Read about our online application process or start your application now. If you have questions or need help completing your application in time for your preferred start date, please contact an admissions counselor at Phone Number:+1-855-862-4672 or via email at onlinempa@unc.edu.
Applying to Our Top-Ranked Program1
A degree from UNC-Chapel Hill will help you build the skills to advance or launch your career in public administration. As a student, you will:
Complete your degree in as few as 18 months.
Customize your curriculum with electives, concentrations, and cross-university courses.
Learn from faculty who are nationally recognized experts in their field.
Take the Next Step
Advance your career in public administration by earning an MPA degree online from UNC.
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1 Best Graduate Public Affairs Programs, U.S. News and World Report (2022) Return to footnote reference
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