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    Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online

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    Chapel Hill, USMPAOnline2 years
    $76,092.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    65%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    15
    Cohort
    students
    45
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a 45-credit, 2-year, online MPA program based in Chapel Hill, US. Tuition is $76,092.

    About the program

    The program covers public administration topics including policy analysis, leadership, and management skills for public service careers. It offers concentrations and professional work experience.

    Focus: coursework
    #20 Public Affairs (US News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 12, 2026
    Fall 2027
    May 12, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min no required minimum test scores; optional GRE (or GMAT/LSAT)
    GMAT
    optional
    Min no required minimum test scores; optional GMAT (or GRE/LSAT)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT 90 (tests prior to Jan 26, 2026); refer to UNC Graduate School for details and exceptions
    IELTS
    required
    Min required per UNC Graduate School (no program-specific minimum found)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $43,212.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is $76,092 across 45 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill online or in-person?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill take to complete?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reports an acceptance rate of approximately 65%.
    How large is the Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cohort?
    Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.