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.

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.

Students accepted and enrolled in the January 2023 cohort are guaranteed a minimum of $8,000 in scholarships. Your scholarship offer may exceed this minimum but cannot exceed the cost of tuition when combined with other university and third-party awards.

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.

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:

Take the Next Step

Advance your career in public administration by earning an MPA degree online from UNC.

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