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Graduate Programs

We prepare the next generation of researchers, administrators and other leaders to take on the world.

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Graduate Program Open House

The School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, Oct. 6 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. where you can learn more about all three of our graduate programs, sit in on a class, and connect with current students, faculty and staff. For more details and registration information, click the link below.

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our programs

Master of International Studies

Broaden your global knowledge. We prepare students for exciting careers in government service, international institutions and non-governmental organizations.

Master of Public Administration

Discover what it takes to be effective and responsible managers. You’ll learn to apply best practices and appropriate tools and concepts to address public sector challenges.

Ph.D. in Public Administration

The only program of its kind in North Carolina, we provide students with a strong foundation for teaching and research. Our doctoral program is led by faculty who are recognized nationally for their research productivity.

graduate certificates

Graduate Certificate: Nonprofit Management

Built around regularly offered graduate courses, this certificate program provides the basic knowledge and skills needed to manage nonprofit organizations — process, analysis and advocacy.

Graduate Certificate: Nuclear Nonproliferation Science and Policy

Develop an in-depth understanding of the technical and policy challenges involved in developing and implementing robust international nuclear nonproliferation regimes.

Graduate Certificate: Policy Analysis

Make the most of your professional skills and learn to be an advocate for realistic, effective and responsible public policy.

Questions? We have answers.

Dr. Meggie Romick, Graduate Academic Advisor Coordinator for the School of Public and International Affairs, has online office hours on Tuesdays (10:00 – 11:00 a.m.) and Thursdays (2:00 – 3:00 p.m.) for the fall 2026 term. Click the link below to schedule a time to chat about any of our graduate programs.

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