Admission General Information

The School of Public Affairs at Baruch College welcomes applications from those individuals dedicated to careers serving the public interest. Though founded only in 1994, the School consistently ranks among the top programs in the United States. It is also the only public school of Public Affairs in New York City. Admission is competitive, and applicants are encouraged to apply early since a rolling admissions process is used.

We invite prospective students to attend one of our Open House sessions to meet with faculty and current students, and to learn about the overall philosophy of the School. Additionally, Information Sessions will be made available to those who would like an overview of our programs and a campus tour. For reservations please e-mail
spa admissions or call (646) 660-6750/6757. We look forward to seeing you soon!

The School of Public Affairs uses a self-managed procedure for applications to the Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Education (MSED), and Advanced Certificate Program in School Building Leadership (SBL). Applicants request official transcripts of previous academic work and letters of recommendation to be returned to them in signed, sealed envelopes. These are then sent together with the applicant’s essay(s), resume, admission application form in a single envelope to the School of Public Affairs' Office of Student Affairs and Graduate Admissions (SAGA). Note: GRE and TOEFL scores must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS).

Information Sessions

The School of Public Affairs will be hosting the following Information Sessions and Open Houses. To RSVP, please scroll down to "Admissions Events" at the bottom of this page.

06/11/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
06/14/08 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30am-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
07/16/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
08/13/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
09/17/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
09/24/08 Director's Briefing--XMPA Program 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
09/27/08 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
10/15/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
10/22/08 Director's Briefing--XMPA Program 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
11/11/08 Open House--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 151 East 25th Street
11/19/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
11/22/08 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
12/10/08 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
12/17/08 Director's Briefing--XMPA Program 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
01/21/09 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
01/24/09 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
01/28/09 Director's Briefing--XMPA Program 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
02/03/09 Open House--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 151 East 25th Street
02/18/09 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
03/18/09 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
03/21/09 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
04/15/09 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
04/25/09 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
05/06/09 Director's Briefing--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street
05/30/09 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
06/13/09 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30pm-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street

Visiting Your Area

The School of Public Affairs will be attending several Graduate School fairs throughout the year. We welcome you to visit our table for information about our programs at any of the following events:

03/27/08 Medgar Evers College Graduate School Fair 2:00pm-6:00pm Carroll Street Bldg
04/12/08 St. Joseph's Graduate School Info. Conference 11:00am-1:00pm 222 Clinton Ave, Bklyn
04/18/08 CUNY Big Apple Job Fair 11:00am-4:30pm Jacob Javits Center, 11th Ave @ 34th St.
06/18/08 Idealist.org Graduate Fair - Washington DC 5:00pm-8:00pm George Washington University, Marvin Center
06/19/08 Idealist.org Graduate Fair - New York 5:00pm-8:00pm The New School, Theresa Lang Student Center, 55 W. 13 St.

Application Requirements

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

Application Options

New Students

Office Location: 135 East 22 Street, 10th Floor, Suite 1011
Mailing Address: One Bernard Baruch Way, Box D-0901, New York, NY 10010-5585
Office Hours: The Office of Student Affairs and Graduate Admissions (SAGA) is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Beginning Wednesday, February 20th, SAGA will be open until 8pm on Wednesdays
Phone: (646) 660-6750 or (646) 660-6757
Fax: (646) 660-6751
Web Address: www.baruch.cuny.edu/spa
Email:
spa_admissions@baruch.cuny.edu

Admissions Events

6/13/09

OPEN HOUSE: EXECUTIVE MPA PROGRAM (XMPA)
Sponsored By: The Office of Graduate Admissions & Student Services

Join us for lunch with current Executive MPA students, faculty and staff

Sit in on a current XMPA class to observe

Debrief after to discuss the afternoon

Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Newman Library Building
151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor Conference Center
(between Lexington and 3rd Avenues)
Contact Information:
(646) 660-6750/6757 or spa admissions
RSVP HERE

5/30/09

5/6/09

DIRECTOR'S BRIEFING: SPA GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Sponsored By: The Office of Student Affairs & Graduate Admissions (SAGA)
Meet with the Director of Graduate Admissions to discuss School of Public Affairs' graduate programs, admissions requirements, and the application process. Small group, Q & A format for individuals unable to attend our Open House, or those wishing additional information. Space is limited.
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: School of Public Affairs, Baruch College/CUNY
135 East 22 Street (btw. Lex & 3rd); 3rd Floor, Room 301
Contact Information:
(646) 660-6750/6757 or spa admissions
RSVP HERE

4/25/09

4/15/09

3/21/09

3/18/09

2/18/09

2/3/09

OPEN HOUSE: SPA GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Sponsored By: The Office of Student Affairs & Graduate Admissions (SAGA)

Public Administration (MPA)

Health Care Policy
Nonprofit Administration
Public Management
Policy Analysis & Evaluation

Executive MPA
Higher Education Administration
Educational Administration & Supervision

Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Newman Library Building
151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor Conference Center
(between Lexington and 3rd Avenues)
Contact Information:
(646) 660-6750/6757 or spa admissions
RSVP HERE

1/28/09

DIRECTOR'S BRIEFING: EXECUTIVE MPA
Sponsored By: The Office of Graduate Admissions & Student Services
Meet with the Associate Director of Executive Programs to discuss School of Public Affairs' Executive MPA program. Small group, Q & A format for individuals unable to attend our Open House, or those wishing additional information. Space is limited.
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: School of Public Affairs, Baruch College/CUNY
135 East 22 Street (btw. Lex & 3rd); 3rd Floor, Room 301
Contact Information:
(646) 660-6750/6757 or spa admissions
RSVP HERE

1/24/09

1/21/09

12/17/08

12/10/08

DIRECTOR'S BRIEFING: SPA GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Sponsored By: The Office of Student Affairs & Graduate Admissions (SAGA
Meet with the Director of Graduate Admissions to discuss School of Public Affairs' graduate programs, admissions requirements, and the application process. Small group, Q & A format for individuals unable to attend our Open House, or those wishing additional information. Space is limited.
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: School of Public Affairs, Baruch College/CUNY
135 East 22 Street (btw. Lex & 3rd); 3rd Floor, Room 301
Contact Information:
(646) 660-6750/6757 or spa admissions
RSVP HERE

11/22/08

11/19/08

11/11/08

10/22/08

10/15/08

9/27/08

9/24/08

9/17/08

8/13/08

7/16/08

5/21/07

The Leadership Institute Open House
Sponsored By: United Way of NYC
Do you have what it takes to be a leader? United Way of NYC's Fellowship Program can assist you with developing your leadership skills! Join us at The Leadership Institute Open House, May 21, 2007.
RSVP below
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Baruch College

The Newman Conference Center
151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor, Room 750
(between Lexington and 3rd Avenues)
Contact Information:
Vanessa Reed (212) 251-4185
RSVP HERE

10/4/06

Sponsored By:

Time: 12:00 AM
Location:
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