CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies
Founded 2018
President John Mogulescu (Dean)
Fees USD 7,440
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Urban
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) is a public college of the City University of New York, established in 2018 to serve working adults and continuing education students. Located in Midtown Manhattan, SLU offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in labor studies, urban studies, and sustainability, with a focus on social justice, worker rights, and urban policy. The school partners with labor unions and community organizations across New York City.
Programs
- Labor Studies (BS/MS) — Labor relations and worker rights
- Urban Studies (BS) — Urban policy and community organizing
- Sustainability in the Urban Environment (MS) — Environmental justice
- Certificates — Labor and urban policy certificates
How to Apply
- Application: CUNY Application
- Designed for working adults with flexible scheduling
- In-State Tuition: ~$7,440 per year
Key Deadlines
- Regular Decision: Rolling admissions

