Master's in Youth Studies
This synchronous, online program offers a vibrant learning community of leaders in the field of positive/transformative youth development
The program supports students to learn and apply principles and practices in direct service, program management, facilitation, and evaluation
The MA trains students in a participatory and strength-based approach that engages multiple stakeholders in program, policy, evaluation and research design processes
This interdisciplinary youth studies program draws upon lineages in psychology, social work, and critical youth studies to prepare students for leadership roles in the youth-services sector
Benefits of a CUNY SPS Master's Degree
- Truly flexible online options; no set class times, no required ‘zoom’ meetings or log-in times
- Lowest tuition rate in the northeast at $470 per credit
- Access to academic and professional development, counseling, disability, and veteran services
- Low cost textbook (under $25) options available
"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 have the leverage to negotiate a more competitive position in the workplace with my master’s degree, and can now apply all of the knowledge I learned along the way in both my career and daily life." -- Patrycja Golinska
"CUNY SPS has helped me continue my bachelor’s degree while balancing other priorities such as work and family." -- Nuri Panjaton