The network of UNC MPA alumni is far-reaching and provides multiple opportunities for professional and personal connections. Our network of active alumni can be found in almost every U.S. state as well as several countries outside the U.S. UNC MPA alumni are highly engaged and supportive.
Our Alumni play an important role in mentoring students, hiring students and graduates, and supporting the professional development of our community.
UNC MPA graduates attain leadership positions in every level of government and in public and private organizations that support the public interest. The program has a job placement rate of nearly 100 percent, and our alumni are also regularly granted prestigious ICMA Local Government Management Fellowships.
To see where UNC MPA alumni are building public service careers, use our Careers Search tool.
1,432 Active UNC MPA Alumni
Local Government – Top Employment Sectors for UNC MPA Alumni
341 alumni attended a UNC MPA event in ‘21-22
September 15, 2026
Originally posted by Pam Moore, School of Government, September 9, 2026 Few people can say…
May 06, 2026
The 2024 recipient of a scholarship honoring Carolina’s first Black graduate is building a legacy…
February 24, 2026
The UNC Master of Public Administration program is proud to celebrate the appointment of Christina…
All UNC MPA graduates are encouraged to stay connected to the program. Visit our Ways to Engage page to find out how.
October 09, 2026
Join us virtually for the 2026 Deil S. Wright Public Service Forum. Tied to the this year’s…
August 22, 2026
Join students, alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and families as we kick off the academic year at…
June 25, 2026
(Re)Connect with MPA alumni, students, and staff for drinks, lite bites, and great conversation in…
April 28, 2026
(Re)Connect with MPA alumni, students, and staff for drinks, lite bites, and great conversation in…