Bachelor's in
Youth Studies

Flexible and Fully Online Degrees for Adults

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BA in Youth Studies

The program grounds students in the theory and history of youth studies while training students in current promising practices that they can turnkey immediately in youth settings

The program has an explicit commitment to social justice that incorporates a transformative, intersectional, participatory and strength-based approach to working with youth

This interdisciplinary youth studies program draws upon lineages in psychology, social work, and critical youth studies to prepare students to work in the youth-services sector

This online program is designed to maximize student connection to professors and colleagues by incorporating 6-7 synchronous classes in each course

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#11 In The Nation

Consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top online schools annually, CUNY SPS has emerged as a nationwide leader in online education.

#5 In The Nation

CUNY SPS is also the highest listed in New York State and NYC for best online Bachelor's programs for veterans in 2023.

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Benefits of a Bachelor's Degree at CUNY SPS 

  • Transfer up to 105 credits from your previous education and work experience with our extensive credit for prior learning opportunities.
  • Zero textbook cost for 98% of general education classes, saving you hundreds of dollars.
  • Try an online class for free with "Test Flight" and experience a week-long simulation.

"Online courses provided me with the flexibility I needed to strike a balance between work and life, and CUNY SPS offered one of the best programs available."

— Neal Rogers

"I chose to continue my education online because the classes are flexible and the professors are ready to help in your career development."

— Patricia Naa Allotey

"CUNY SPS has helped me continue my bachelor’s degree while balancing other priorities such as work and family."

— Nuri Panjaton