Take the Next Step
Advance your career in public administration by earning an MPA degree online from UNC.
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
The UNC MPA online format offers students four start dates per calendar year (January, May, August, and September). Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.
Get your $95 application fee waived. Reach out to your admissions counselor at 855-862-4672 or onlinempa@unc.edu to learn how you can qualify for an application fee waiver.
| PROGRAM START DATE | EARLY PRIORITY DEADLINE | EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE | APPLICATION DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|---|
January 2023 | September 20, 2022 | October 18, 2022 | November 9, 2022 |
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 +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.
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1 Best Graduate Public Affairs Programs, U.S. News and World Report (2022)arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference