Our graduates attain leadership positions in every level of government and in organizations that support the public interest. Historically, 65 percent of students have job placements at the time of graduation; 100 percent have jobs six months later.
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A Top Ranked Public Affairs Graduate Program
The School of Government's MPA program maintains its ranking among the top 20 public affairs schools ranked by U.S. News and World Report.
- #2 Local Government
- #13 Public Management
- #19 Overall in Public Affairs
The program’s rigorous courses instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to lead, including core classes on the theory and practice of public management.
With a 98% job placement rate and 88% job satisfaction rate, our Career Services offer individualized career planning throughout your time in the program.
Carolina MPA attracts students who are looking to become public service leaders—strong administrators and inspirational collaborators who care about making a difference in the communities where they work and live.
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This post was written by current MPA student Stephen Thompson. ———————————————————————————————–After the excitement of the holidays has begun to dissipate, and the novelty of seeing my extended family has all but worn off, my attention is beginning to turn to the upcoming Spring Semester. If you’re in a similar situation, you know the exhaustion of …
This post was written by current student Stephen Thompson.———————————————————————————–While hanging up Christmas lights this week, I had a thought. I was dressed in flip flops and a t-shirt, which made it easier to navigate the small forest of potted plants which dominate my fiancée and I’s first-floor apartment patio. One of our retired neighbors stopped …
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Posted: Thursday, 11/11/21
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On November 11, 2021, the School of Government and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill celebrate Veterans Day by honoring all those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.