Explore UNC-Chapel Hill’s Online Graduate Degrees
Prepare to improve lives through leadership, professional expertise and civic engagement in North Carolina and beyond.
- No. 5 Public University in the U.S.1
- No GRE/GMAT scores required.
Find the Program That’s Right for You
Master of Business Administration
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School’s top-ranked program is designed for high achievers who want to take control of their careers.
No. 2 best online MBA program2
Graduates see an average salary of US$183,696 five months post-graduation with bonus3
AACSB-accredited
Ranked no. 1 in engagement among online MBA programs4
Strategic decision-making
Business communication
Ethical, inclusive leadership
Potential careers
Chief operating officer, Chief executive officer, Director
Program length
As few as 18 months
Master of Applied Data Science
Learn to effectively and ethically collect, process, manage and analyze data — and translate your insights into a clear narrative that business, government and social leaders can use to drive action.
No. 21 best online master’s in data science5
Team-based capstone project
Graduates see an average salary of US$112,5906
Begin a career in a field expected to grow 36% by 20337
Data analysis
AI and machine learning
Data visualization
Potential careers
Data scientist, Machine learning engineer, Marketing analyst
Program length
As few as 16 months
Master of Public Health
Designed for practical idealists, this online program prepares you to combat society’s most urgent public health challenges.
CEPH-accredited
No. 1 best public school of public health8
No. 2 best school of public health9
Three concentrations available
Public health policy
Critical thinking
Data analysis
Potential careers
Community health worker, Epidemiologist, Medical manager
Program length
As few as 20 months
Ed.D. concentration in Organizational Learning and Leadership
Step up as a leader of tomorrow with the knowledge, skills and experiences needed to empower those around you and guide organizations to achieve transformational goals.
No. 5 public school of education10
Optional in-person immersion every spring semester
No master’s degree required
No. 2 school of education in North Carolina11
Organizational management
Data analysis
Stakeholder communication
Potential careers
Management consultant, HR manager, Sales manager
Program length
As few as 36 months
Why Choose UNC-Chapel Hill Online?
UNC-Chapel Hill is a global leader known for its innovative teaching and groundbreaking research. As the oldest public university in the United States, Carolina has played a pivotal role in building a stronger, more diversified economy for the people of North Carolina and beyond.
Hear From Past Students
Adam B., MBA@UNC alum
President, Point of Care and Consumer Health at The Wellness Network
“When looking for a program, the idea of having scheduled, face-to-face, in-person interactions seemed impossible. Fortunately, I chose a program where I could have all the richness of a classroom experience while traveling on assignment to various areas of the country. On top of that, it brought a network and name recognition as strong as UNC Kenan-Flagler.”
Jenna N., MPH@UNC alum
“I wasn’t going to settle for any degree just to say I had it. I very patiently waited for the right one to come along. The online format of the Gillings MPH gave me the opportunity to pursue my dream at one of the best public health schools in the country while still going about my life.”
Carolina’s Approach to Online Learning
UNC-Chapel Hill’s world-class faculty and partnerships with technology experts have positioned us to design a truly collaborative, research-based online learning experience.
Interact with diverse peers and faculty in live, online classes
Access a sophisticated digital campus
Find comprehensive support services
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- University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill (Kenan-Flagler) Rankings. (2026). U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved May 20, 2026. ↩︎
- Reported salary statistics are based on exit surveys of MBA@UNC graduates in 2023, with 27% of students reporting bonuses. ↩︎
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