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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to complete the master’s program?
1.5 years as a full-time student
2-3 years as a part-time student
A fast track is also available for those students who wish
to complete the program in 1 year.
How much does the program cost?
Program costs vary depending upon your student status. Please check the University Cashier website for up-to-date fee schedules or visit the Tuition and Scholarships section under “How To Apply”.
What are the application deadlines?
We admit students for Fall and Spring semesters on a rolling basis. To view the most current application deadline, visit the deadlines section under “How To Apply.”
Do you accept outside transfer credit toward the master’s program?
Subject to Graduate School and Program Director approval, up to 10.5 credit hours (30% of program credit) may be transferred.
Are there research or teaching assistantship positions available?
Whenever we are made aware of RA/TA/GA positions we send the details out via the student listserv.
I would like to learn more about the program. Who can I contact?
Please complete the contact us form or email us at chipinfo@unc.edu.
Additionally, we encourage you to attend one of
the monthly virtual information sessions. We will review the program curriculum, application process, internship requirements and other frequently asked questions.
Participants also have an opportunity to ask questions
via Zoom. Check out the dates for upcoming
webinars here.