Admission General Information

The School of Public Affairs at Baruch College welcomes applications from those individuals dedicated to careers serving the public interest. Though only ten years old, 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 we encourage applicants 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 Educational Administration and Supervision (SAS). 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 Graduate Admissions Office. 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.

11/02/06 Open House--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 151 East 25th Street

11/09/06 Director's Briefing--XMPA Program 6:00pm-7:45pm 135 East 22nd Street
01/11/07 Director's Briefing--XMPA Program 6:00pm-7:45pm 135 East 22nd Street
02/01/07 Open House--SPA Graduate Programs 6:00pm-7:30pm 151 East 25th Street

02/03/07 Open House--XMPA Program 11:30am-1:30pm 151 East 25th Street
03/22/07 Director's Briefing: MSEd in Higher Ed. 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd Street

04/19/07 Director's Briefing: MPA 6:00pm-7:30pm 135 East 22nd 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:

09/14/06 Idealist.org Grad. Degrees for the Public Good Fair (NY) 5:00pm-8:00pm NYU Wagner School of Public Service, 295 Lafayette St

09/20/06 Idealist.org Grad. Degrees for the Public Good Fair (DC) 5:00pm-8:00pm George Washington University, Marvin Center

10/24/06 Brooklyn College Graduate & Professionals School Fair 12:30pm-3:00pm Brooklyn College Student Center

10/25/06 Queens College Graduate & Professional School Fair 11:30am-2:00pm Queens College Student Union, 4th Floor
11/08/06 CUNY Graduate Fair 3:00pm-7:00pm Baruch's Vertical Campus, 55 Lexington Ave, Rm. 1-107

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 Graduate Admissions & Student Services is operating on the following Summer Schedule:
Through the week of June 26th until the week of August 7th, the office will be open Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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

6/14/08

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

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, Room 763
(between Lexington and 3rd Avenues)
Contact Information:
(646) 660-6750/6757 or spa admissions
RSVP HERE

6/11/08

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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