Overview

This interdisciplinary Public Affairs program from SUNY Empire State College explores governance, policy analysis, law, and civic engagement, equipping you with the knowledge to influence social change.

You’ll develop skills in research, leadership, and decision-making, preparing for careers in government, nonprofit leadership, and public administration. With flexible online coursework, you can earn your degree on your schedule while preparing for meaningful roles in public service.

Earn your public affairs degree online and explore how government, policy, and social systems shape communities. Develop critical thinking, research, and leadership skills that prepare you for careers in government, public administration, nonprofit management, and policy analysis.

Careers

An online degree in public affairs opens doors to careers in government, law, and nonprofit leadership. Possible career paths include:

Policy Analyst

Public Administrator

Government Relations Specialist

Nonprofit Manager

Legislative Assistant

Programme Structure

Courses offered:

Emergency Management

Law & the Legal System

Security Studies

Homeland Security

Public Administration

Public Policy

America's Founding Ideas

Exploring Society: An Introduction to Sociology

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Saratoga Springs, United States

Disciplines

Public Policy View 39 other Bachelors in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of high school completion

Official transcripts are required for associate and bachelor’s degree admissions and must be sent directly from your previous college or university.

A $50 nonrefundable orientation fee is required with your application. Your application won’t be processed without it.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

43772 USD / full

≈ 43772 USD / full
Out-of-State

43772 USD / full

≈ 43772 USD / full
Domestic

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In-State

36580 USD / full

≈ 36580 USD / full

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

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Language

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Credits

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Campus Location

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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