Graduate Admission

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Students looking to complete their graduate education at the CUNY School of Professional Studies should apply directly online. This site includes instructions for creating a user account and completing the application. If at any time you need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@sps.cuny.edu or (212) 652-2869.

Applicants for master's degree programs must have earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a GPA of 3.0 or better to qualify for admission.

Applicants are required to submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Applicants are also required to write a personal statement, upload a resume, and provide 1-2 letters of recommendation (varies by program). Letters of recommendation may be submitted before or after submitting the application. Applicants who meet the basic eligibility criteria may be asked to take part in an individual interview before final acceptance is determined. In some cases, a phone conversation may take place in lieu of an in-person interview. Please take time to review the CUNY School of Professional Studies' admission policies.

The Fall 2025 Priority Deadline is Thursday, April 3, 2025. Please note that applications submitted by the Priority Deadline do not require the application fee. You can apply for free.

Application ProcessPriority DeadlineRegular Deadline
Deadline to submit your application, personal statement, and recommenders contact information.April 3, 2025May 22, 2025
Deadline for all official transcripts from each college/university attended, letters of recommendation, and any other required documents.April 17, 2025 June 5, 2025
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