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Bachelor of Public Administration at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) offers the Bachelor of Public Administration as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for public administration and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of Public Administration

Understand Public Policy and Impact Your Community

The undergraduate minor in Public Administration is designed to give you an understanding of process, analysis, and management of public policy in government, nonprofit, and corporate institutions. It will expose you to interdisciplinary tools to help you excel in management and analytical careers in the public and nonprofit sector. Students from all majors are welcomed and encouraged to boost their careers with this applied and strategic minor.

Understand public policy in government, nonprofit and corporate institutions

Learn management skills in public governance

Assess the needs of your organization and help your community

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Public Administration at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

Completed online application.
- Fall Deadline: April 1
- Spring Deadline: October 15
Non-refundable $80 application fee (check or money order in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank, payable to UNCW).
Official high school (secondary school) transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified).
Translated transcripts from institutions attended beyond secondary school.
- If the applicant wishes to receive academic credit, these transcripts (unless from a U.S. institution) must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation service. The applicant must choose a company that belongs to the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES).
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, or Pearson Test of English score unless:
- English is applicant's native language.
- Applicant has completed 2 college-level courses in English composition at a U.S. college or university with a grade of B or higher.
- A student successfully completes Level 4 in UNCW's ESL program.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Public Administration

Find Your Career in:

Prepare to lead a nonprofit or organization in your community.

Coordinate community programs, manage finances and represent local interests.

Evaluate and meet the needs of your community by planning for land development, predicting growth and solving problems your citizens face.

Help your organization manage its finances and meet its goals.

Recruit and develop talent for your organization.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Public Administration at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Public Administration at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Common Application: Application option 1 for future first-year students.

UNCW Application: Application option 3 for future first-year students and students enrolling in an online accelerated program such as RN to BSN or RRT to BSRT.

Bachelor of Public Administration at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen