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The CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) provides top-ranked online programs that meet the needs of adults who are looking to finish a bachelor’s degree, progress from an associate’s degree, earn a master’s degree or a certificate in a specialized field, and advance in the workplace or change careers. 

Led by CUNY’s nationally and internationally renowned faculty and practitioners, as well as industry and education partners, our undergraduate and graduate, certificate, and non-degree workforce development programs provide opportunities for personal growth, job mobility, greater civic participation, and new ways to advance knowledge.

CUNY SPS at a glance

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96%

Students taking courses online

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73%

CUNY undergrads graduate debt free

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37%

Students that work full-time

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96%

Gen Ed courses are zero textbook cost or low-cost

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7,000+

Certificates and degrees awarded

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Academic advisement for undergrads

CUNY SPS is ranked #11 in the Nation on U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs list.

U.S. News & World Report 2023 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs Badge

Consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the U.S.’s top online schools annually, CUNY SPS has emerged as a nationwide leader in online education. Our renowned and affordable online programs ensure that busy working adults may fulfill their educational goals on their own time and schedule.

News


CUNY SPS' Disability Studies MS program is a first of its kind.

Dr. Raymond Perez, a professor in CUNY SPS' Disability Services in Higher Education MS program, empowers students as CUNY’s Interim University Director of Disability Programs and...

Photo of CUNY LaGuardia Community College Professor Dr. Reem Jaafar

Dr. Reem Jaafar, a professor at LaGuardia Community College, is also earning an Advanced Certificate in Disability Services in Higher Education at CUNY SPS.

CUNY SPS hosts women veterans' panel discussion

This milestone event brought together fifty women veterans from around CUNY to share their voices and show support for those who have made a difference in their community.

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