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, 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 #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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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.

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Photo of CUNY SPS psychology faculty and students attending APS Conferenece.
With the help of a generous grant, thirty-two undergraduate psychology majors were able to attend the 2025 Association for Psychological Science Annual Convention in Washington, DC, this summer.
CUNY School of Professional Studies alumni who served as student leaders during their time at CUNY SPS. From left: Leonard Blades, Lennyn Jacob, and Asantee Mitchelln
CUNY SPS hosted a special series of workshops focused on providing tools for student leaders over a four-day period. The hybrid series featured numerous specialists in leadership who shared their advice on best practices.
MAAT student performance with a multi-generational audience
The CUNY SPS MAAT program presented four student-produced performance projects for a multi-generational audience during the Theatre in Education (TIE) Festival.

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