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 #6 in the Nation on U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs list.

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Best Online Programs. US News & World Report. Bachelor's 2025
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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


Clips and Conversation with IMPACT
Explore youth leadership and creative activism with IMPACT Repertory Theatre as young artists turn lived experience into performance that inspires action and service.
Power Up! CUNY SPS Orientation Kickoff
Join us to kick off your CUNY SPS journey! Get insider tips, credit info, an Orientation site tour, and answers to your questions—all in one essential welcome webinar!
Angola Do You Hear Us? Film Screening and Discussion
A film screening and discussion on Angola Do You Hear Us?, exploring art, censorship, and resistance inside Angola Prison—and how one play sparked lasting impact.

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Group of CUNY SPS alums at CUNYTuesday event
Students and alumni from CUNY SPS gathered to celebrate #CUNYTuesday at a festive event featuring many fun activities organized and sponsored by the Alumni Engagement Council.
Group photo of the CUNY SPS scholarship recipients who attended the Annual Scholarship Reception.
CUNY SPS community members gathered at the 12th Annual Scholarship Reception, which featured speeches by scholarship recipients Rupendra Shrestha, Jongseok Park, and Jocelyn Nieves.
Photos of CUNY SPS faculty Dr. Nicole Nathan and Dr. Alexandra Plavskin
Both Dr. Plavskin, the head of the School's Nursing programs, and Dr. Nathan, who leads the General Education and Liberal Studies program, bring a wide range of expertise to their new leadership roles at CUNY SPS.

Online Learning at CUNY SPS


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