Take Action

Online Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs

MAKE AN IMPACT

Baruch College’s Online Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs (OBSPA) is for students passionate about making a difference. Gain hands-on experience, develop analytical and advocacy skills, and tackle critical issues like race, inequality and climate change. Flexible modalities and real-world internships prepare you for impactful careers in public, nonprofit, and private sectors.

Our graduates work at these and other companies/organizations:

  • NYC Department of Environmental Protection
  • Consolidated Edison, Inc.
  • NASDAQ
  • NYC Department of Education

Program Summary

Total Credits: 60 (with transferrable AA or AS degree)

PAF Cores: 18 credits

PAF Electives: 18 credits

General Electives: 24 credits 

Start Term: Fall Only

Modality: Asynchronous Online

Faculty Testimony

man in blue button down shirt

Don Waisanen
Professor

We're going to support you. We want you to succeed, and we're going to be incredibly responsive every step of the way.

Explore Rigorous Curriculum

  • Engage in hands-on classes that develop analytical and advocacy skills.
  • Address issues like poverty, immigration, climate change, and educational inequality.
  • Understand how public policy is formed, implemented and evaluated

Benefit from Flexibility and Affordability

  • Study part-time or full-time with flexible modalities.
  • Analyze data, apply research, and uphold values like diversity and integrity.

Experience High-Quality Learning

  • Gain real-world experience and earn college credits
  • Produce evidence-based documents and presentations.

Learn from World-Renowned Faculty

  • Gain insight from distinguished faculty, recognized globally as seasoned professionals with real-world expertise.
  • Gain personalized mentorship and develop insight that are designed to help you thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Request Information

Loading...