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

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Public Administration at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 23, 2027.

About Master of Public Administration

Program Highlights

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program is an interdisciplinary professional degree designed for students looking to start or advance their careers in the public, nonprofit, or private sectors. Our alumni hold leadership positions as town and county managers, department and program managers, planners, analysts, and program specialists. There are options to serve the needs of a wide range of students:

It is a 39-credit hour program (36 if the internship is waived)
A wide range of internships and fellowships are available to help students start their careers
Opportunities for professional development and networking outside the classroom
Full- and part-time options, afternoon and evening classes offered one day a week, and online option exists for working professionals starting their career
Outstanding faculty known for their research who also have professional experience
Curriculum focuses on the knowledge, skills, and applications needed to excel in your career
Wide range of financial resources available
Dual M.S. EVS/MPA degree option available

For more information, sign up for our next available open house or contact our program coordinator.

MPA Program Coordinator
Craig Kelly
(910) 962-7778
[email protected]

MPA Director
Mark T. Imperial
(910) 962-7928
[email protected]

Lead and manage in public governance

Participate in and contribute to the policy process

Analyze, synthesize, think critically, solve problems, make decisions

Articulate and apply a public values perspective

Communicate and interact with diverse and changing workforce and citizenry

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

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission for graduate study at the University of North Carolina Wilmington applicants must:

Regionally Accredited Bachelor's Degree: Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution (as evaluated course-by-course through a NACES approved credit evaluation service) by the first official day of classes for the term of the application.
- Seven Accrediting Bodies for Regional Institutions:
  - Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association (NH)
  - Middle States Commission on Higher Education (M)
  - New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (EH)
  - Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NW)
  - Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SC)
  - Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WC)
  - Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (WJ)
Student Holds (Current/Previous UNCW Students): Applicants with an application hold will not be allowed to move forward in the application process until the hold is released. Check your SeaNet Account to view your account hold(s).
Grade Point Average: Have a strong overall academic record with a B average or better in the basic courses prerequisite to the area of proposed graduate study. Provisional admission may be considered by some programs. Contact the program coordinator for additional information regarding their acceptance policy.
Level: Graduate and undergraduate programs may not be pursued simultaneously.
Online Accelerated Programs (OAP): OAP programs must be pursued independent of any other program.
Additional Requirements: Meet any additional admission requirement(s) as outlined by the graduate program.
Professional Licensure in State-Regulated Professions: State laws may require practitioners to be licensed to practice in their state. Learn more about UNCW's participation in the NC-State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

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

Application Fee 75

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

You will create your account after choosing a Regular Term Instruction (RTI) or Online Accelerated Program (OAP) program option on our application page.
Please create only one account. Use the same log-in anytime you start or continue an application.
Review the deadlines for your program of interest on our Key Dates page.

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

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen