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Undergraduate students from partner CUNY colleges can now take advantage of the CUNY SLU 4+1 program. This initiative enables eligible students to enroll in up to 12 credits of graduate-level courses at CUNY SLU, with these courses counting toward both their undergraduate and graduate degrees. By participating in the program, students can reduce tuition costs while completing both their bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in five years.

The program offers flexibility, allowing students to apply during their sophomore, junior, or senior year and begin their graduate coursework in either the spring or fall semester.

Contact

Office of Academic Affairs
25 West 43rd Street, 19th Floor
New York, NY 10036
646-313-8300
oaa@slu.cuny.edu

Partner Colleges

Programs

Advanced Certificates

An advanced certificate from CUNY SLU offers specialized education for individuals looking to further their careers in labor relations, public policy, and social justice. These programs provide a deep understanding of labor law, collective bargaining, urban policy, and leadership development, equipping students with practical skills for roles in organizing, government, conflict resolution, and advocacy.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

Students who have an interest in accelerating their learning with hands-on, real-world experience are encouraged to apply to CUNY SLU’s Union Semester or Community Semester program. Students in these programs receive a $7,000 stipend while interning at a union, worker organization or non-profit and completing the required four courses for the certificate over a single semester.

Eligibility

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Students at our partner colleges who have:

  • Completed 60 undergraduate credits or more AND maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Apply

Short description of the application process plus BA/MA path at SLU.

FAQ

What is 4+1 and what it is not?

4+1 is a flexible way for students to complete both the bachelor’s and master’s degrees in less time and at a lower cost. It is a creative way to “mix and match” programs at the institution or across CUNY to create more meaningful educational experiences for students. 4+1 is not the fixed combination of two degrees wed into a single program.

What are the benefits to students?

Students can save up to a semester of full-time study by participating in this initiative. Because CUNY bills at the student’s degree-level rate and not at the course level rate, students are charged undergraduate tuition

Why were 4+1 programs created?

4+1 programs allow selected students to double-count a fixed number of graduate courses, which count toward both their bachelor’s degree and master’s degree.

Where can I take my master’s degree?

The master’s degree can be at the same institution as the undergraduate degree or another CUNY institution.