Online Learning

There are many benefits to choosing an online bachelor's or master's degree or certificate program at the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS). Our students have the flexibility to take classes at any time to work around their own schedules while earning a CUNY quality online degree or certificate.

Our online learning environment supports classwork and research in any location with internet access, giving our students the opportunity to complete their programs anywhere in the country, or the world.

CUNY SPS is ranked #9 in the Nation on U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs list.

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The faculty at CUNY SPS are skilled educators and practitioners in their fields who are experienced in teaching their courses in an online environment.

Our online learning environment takes full advantage of emerging education technologies and interactive formats, offering students the opportunity to connect with their instructors and classmates in a number of ways including email, discussion boards, blogs, ePortfolios, and instant messaging.

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Upcoming Events


Student Association: June General Meeting
Current CUNY SPS students are welcome to attend the June general meeting of the School's Student Association.
Information Session: Early Childhood Graduate Program
CUNY SPS Early Childhood Graduate Program Info Session
Test Flight: Online Learning Simulation

Are you thinking about becoming an online student? This free, week-long simulation will introduce you to the experience of taking an online course. You can log on starting June 18 and the course simulation will be...

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CUNY SPS Class of 2026 Grads Cheer During Commencement Ceremony
At a joyous—and confetti-filled—Commencement ceremony at Barclays Center, speakers lauded CUNY SPS' largest-ever graduating class for their perseverance and determination to overcome obstacles and cross the finish line.
CUNY SPS Lavender Graduation, Class of 2026
CUNY SPS's Office of Student Life hosted its second annual Lavender Graduation and sixth annual Black Student Union Graduation, honoring the Class of 2026 LGBTQIA+ and Black graduates with hybrid celebrations.
CUNY SPS End of Year Celebration
On May 13, CUNY SPS held its third annual SEEK End of Year Celebration, honoring graduate and student achievements while marking the SEEK program's 60th anniversary with a ceremony featuring multiple activities.

Online Learning at CUNY SPS


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