The School's growth has been remarkable. Launching twenty-four degrees since 2006, our enrollment has risen by more than 30% in the last four years to over 4,000 students in the credit-bearing programs. We serve thousands more who are enrolled in our non-degree and grant funded workforce development programs. In addition, CUNY SPS has a growing and active alumni network and has established the CUNY SPS Foundation, which offers multiple scholarship opportunities to our current students.
About
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, advance from an associate’s degree, earn a master’s degree, or complete a certificate in a specialized field, and progress in the workplace or change careers.
Drawing on CUNY's nationally and internationally renowned faculty and practitioners, as well as industry and education partners, our programs provide opportunities for personal growth, job mobility, greater civic participation, and new ways to advance knowledge.
CUNY SPS at a glance
Students taking courses online
CUNY undergrads graduate debt free
Students that work full-time
Gen Ed courses are zero textbook cost or low-cost
Certificates and degrees awarded
Academic advisement for undergrads
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With nationally ranked programs, take the first step towards becoming a CUNY SPS student by completing your application online today.
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Our flexible class options support the busy lives of adults, and have been recognized for innovation, quality, and preparedness.
explore programsCUNY SPS is ranked in the top 2% of the U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs list.
News
October 14, 2021
CUNY and New York City are commemorating Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2021 with several events.
October 13, 2021
CUNY SPS is commemorating National Disability Employment Awareness Month with events that explore how accessibility has shifted during COVID.
September 28, 2021
The “Navigating Academia for First-Generation College Students” webinar focused on making the non-intuitive aspects of higher education more accessible.