When you’re called to public service, it’s about redefining what’s possible— personally, professionally and socially. And it starts with a degree from the School for Public Affairs & Administration at Metropolitan College of New York.

EMPOWER
YOUR CAREER
& OUR COMMUNITY

Here, you’ll be challenged to look and see what can be made better, and then take the necessary action. It’s a formula for personal growth and professional success: One that will give you marketable skills that enable you to stand out from your peers—and stand for something bigger than yourself.
MCNY is an accredited, nonprofit private institution in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District, and the School for Public Affairs and Administration offers an associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degree in emergency management as well as a master’s degree in public affairs and administration. All our programs are designed for working professionals with accelerated timetables and flexible scheduling options. That’s the MCNY advantage.

FIND YOUR PURPOSE

Dr. Sophie Lee

Dr. Sophie J. Lee

Message from our Associate Dean of School for Public Affairs & Administration

Dear Students, Alumni, and Community Partners,

It is a true honor to welcome you to the School for Public Affairs and Administration at Metropolitan College of New York in my role as Associate Dean.

At the heart of our school is a shared commitment to building better, fairer, and stronger communities. We believe public service is fundamentally about meaningful action. Because of this, we offer a practical curriculum that looks far beyond traditional textbooks. We focus on bridging the gap between our classroom discussions and the vital work you do in the real world. Our ultimate goal is for the students to have a lasting IMPACT in their own communities. We want to empower our students to become effective problem-solvers who can navigate complex social challenges and lead with confidence.

Our exceptional faculty is instrumental in bringing this vision to life. They bring decades of practical experience from government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations directly into our classrooms. They are dedicated to sharing their insights and fostering an inclusive learning environment where your voice truly matters.

We also recognize the many responsibilities our students carry. Our hybrid learning model is designed to support you by combining the flexibility of online coursework with the invaluable connections made during in-person sessions. This balanced approach ensures you can successfully achieve your academic goals while managing your professional and personal life.

We are deeply committed to helping you grow into the critical thinkers and thoughtful leaders our city needs. Whether you are stepping into your very first class or preparing to graduate, we are here to support you at every stage of your journey.

Warmly,

Dr. Sophie J. Lee

Associate Dean | Associate Professor
School for Public Affairs & Administration

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It all begins with MCNY’s unique Purpose-Centered Education model

It combines instruction in the classroom with practice in the field. During each semester or Purpose, you take what you’ve learned and apply it to the real world through a Constructive Action® (CA) project. In your CA, you will identify a real need or opportunity in an organization and, through scholarly research, propose a meaningful intervention. This intervention will have the potential to improve the lives of the citizens that you and your organization serve.

Our graduates go on to do great things: They improve existing non-profits and start new ones; lead government agencies and first-responder teams; they are socially responsible, contributing members of our global community who give back—while getting ahead.

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An accredited institution, all our programs are designed for working professionals with accelerated timetables and flexible schedules.

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