So you want to make an impact? You've come to the right place.

Our 4+1 programs give you a competitive edge, allowing you to earn your bachelor's and master's degrees in as few as five years. 

Working professionals don't always have the time for in-person learning. Our online programs allow you to earn a degree or certificate even with a busy schedule. 

We are committed to ensuring that you have the resources you need to thrive during every step of your academic journey. You will have the support you need academically and beyond through SBS Pathways (our advising office), SBS RISE, and additional university-level resources. 

Brittany Houston, public policy, has been selected for the 2026-27 Network of Schools of Public Policy (NASPAA) NEXT cohort, a national leadership development program for early-career faculty in public service education. 

The Political Economy Research Institute (PERI) has launched Game Changers: Economic Policies for a Working America, a national initiative focused on developing policy proposals to improve economic security and address persistent inequalities in the U.S. 

David Mednicoff, Middle Eastern studies and public policy, and Ela Gezen, German studies, have been appointed directors of the Interdisciplinary Studies Institute (ISI). For over 25 years, ISI has been a central venue for open interdisciplinary exchange and enrichment.

A team from the Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning (LARP) will join an interdisciplinary initiative bringing together students and municipal officials, residents, and community organizations to explore local approaches to climate resilience.