Where is SUNY Empire State University?

SUNY Empire State University, a innovative SUNY institution, specializes in individualized, flexible learning through online and location-based programs in arts, sciences, business, education, and nursing, designed for adult learners and serving over 15,000 students statewide.

• Arts: Creative writing, visual arts, and performing arts studies.
• Biological and Health Sciences: Allied health, nursing, and public health.
• Business, Management, and Economics: MBA, accounting, and labor studies.
• Community and Human Services: Human development, social welfare, and counseling.
• Community Development and Public Affairs: Nonprofit management, policy, and urban studies.
• Conference and Event Management: Planning, marketing, and operations.
• Cultural and Women's Studies: Gender studies, ethnic studies, and global cultures.
• Educational Studies: Adult education, literacy, and teacher preparation.
• Environmental Studies: Sustainability, ecology, and policy.
• Historical Studies: U.S. history, world history, and oral history.
• Information Technology: Cybersecurity, web development, and data analytics.
• Labor Studies: Union organizing, labor history, and workplace rights.
• Media and Communications: Digital media, journalism, and film studies.
• Music: Independent study in performance, theory, and ethnomusicology.
• Nursing: RN to BSN, MSN, and family nurse practitioner.
• Philosophy and Religious Studies: Ethics, comparative religion, and philosophy of mind.
• Psychology: Applied psychology, mental health, and organizational behavior.
• Science, Mathematics, and Technology: Environmental science, math modeling, and STEM education.
• Social Science: Sociology, political science, and anthropology.
• Sustainability Studies: Renewable energy, green business, and environmental justice.

As a pioneer in distance and individualized education, Empire State allows students to design learning contracts. Graduate programs include education and business. Focus on prior learning assessment and mentorship supports non-traditional students. This flexible model enables career advancement and personal growth across New York.