These interactive events provide an informal opportunity to ask questions, meet our current students and MPA community members, and explore aspects of the program in depth. Some admissions events are geared toward a specific format (online or on-campus), but most are applicable to anyone exploring the UNC MPA program in general.
The best way to learn about the UNC MPA program is to attend an admissions event.
Please join us for our UNC MPA August General Information Session featuring current students Russ Pulley and Angelica Foster who will discuss their careers and why they are currently pursuing an MPA. We will also go in depth on who the MPA is for,...
Facilitator: UNC MPA Director of Admissions
Please join us for a special topics webinar for those interested in the MPA and careers in the environmental realm. Our Director of Admissions will be hosting this webinar alongside alum Matt James and current student Allie Omens. Matt James...
Facilitator: UNC MPA Director of Admissions
These include content-focused webinars hosted by faculty members, military-focused webinars hosted by current students or alumni, and career-focused webinars for applicants interested in specific areas of public administration.
We invite you to view these recorded webinars at your convenience.
The MPA program offers a series of webinars for prospective students.
If you have interests in public health, the MPH isn't the only way to go. Learn how the MPA fits with a public health career whether you are looking to start your career or advance your career in public health. Watch as our Director of Admissions...
The MPA is a broad and versatile leadership degree. While our graduates traditionally desire to serve in public organizations, in recent years, we have seen a large increase of interest and MPA application within the private sector. This webinar...
Current UNC MPA student Michael Simms and Director of Admissions Cara Robinson discuss: Why the MPA is a great choice for military affiliates who want to stay in the military or transition out. More about how the MPA differs from other...