Agree with Billy but given the kind of jobs people in the major get, $30k may be a lot.
You don’t need the exact degree to match the kind of job you get.
If you’ll be making $40k out of school then $30k is a lot.
Yes UNC is smaller and warmer. And both are fine MPAs.
Coming from an LAC, the smaller size of UNC might be a nicer feel vs the huge school.
Best of luck whatever you decide.