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Intelligent.com Ranks Multiple CUNY SPS Academic Programs Among Best in U.S. for 2025
The CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) is pleased to announce it has been recognized by Intelligent.com, a widely respected source for higher education rankings and research, in the website's 2025 rankings. The School was awarded top honors across several disciplines, underscoring its commitment to providing students with high-quality education and the tools needed for career success.
In a major ranking stand-out, the School's BS in Nursing program was rated #4 on Intelligent.com's list of Best Online RN-to-BSN Programs of 2025, highlighting the program's excellence and value. Other highlights from the 2025 awards include #12 rankings for both the MS in Data Science and the School's online bachelor's degree offerings in general, as well as honors for the School's undergraduate Sociology program and its support for veterans. A complete list of CUNY SPS 2025 rankings are included below:
- Best Online RN-to-BSN Programs of 2025 | Ranked 4
- Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs of 2025 | Ranked 12
- Best Online Master’s in Data Science Programs of 2025 | Ranked 12
- Best Online Bachelor’s in Sociology Degree Programs of 2025 | Ranked 24
- Best Online Colleges for Veterans of 2025 | Ranked 27
Using a data-driven methodology, Intelligent.com evaluated programs across a broad range of criteria, including academic quality, graduation rates, cost and return on investment (ROI), and student resources. Each program was scored on a proprietary scale of 0 to 100, drawing on trusted sources like the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard, U.S. News & World Report, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This rigorous evaluation ensures that only institutions and programs with a proven track record of academic excellence and strong student outcomes receive recognition.
About Intelligent.com
At Intelligent.com, the mission is to provide better information for a better future. The platform delivers research-backed, high-quality content to help students make informed decisions on their educational and career paths. Guided by the principle "Jobs of Tomorrow Don’t Exist Today. We Will Map Your Path. We Will Guide You There," Intelligent.com equips students with the resources needed to navigate their academic journeys, offering tools like rankings, career guides, and internship databases.
About the CUNY School of Professional Studies
As New York's leading online school since 2006, the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) offers the most online bachelor's and master's degree options at the City University of New York, and serves as the University's first undergraduate all-transfer college. With 26 degrees and numerous other non-degree and grant-funded workplace learning programs, CUNY SPS meets the needs of adults who wish to finish a bachelor's degree, progress from an associate's degree, earn a master's degree or certificate in a specialized field, and advance in the workplace or change careers. Consistently ranked highly by U.S. News & World Report for its online offerings, CUNY SPS has emerged as a nationwide leader in online education. The School's renowned and affordable online programs ensure that busy working adults may fulfill their educational goals on their own time and schedule.
Press Contact
Prerna Dar
CUNY SPS Chief Marketing Officer
Prerna.dar@cuny.edu