What academic term is relevant at CUNY School of Professional Studies?

Fall 2026 Regular Session runs from August 28, 2026 through January 1, 2027.

How much campus context is included in the CUNY School of Professional Studies student guide?

The guide includes 8 approved campus terms and 10 local details from DormWay's campus reference library.

Does the CUNY School of Professional Studies guide include the complete campus glossary?

Yes. All 8 approved campus glossary entries are available in the searchable campus-language section.

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Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come with links to campus sources.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Regular Session

The semester, explained for CUNY School of Professional Studies

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Relevant term: Fall 2026 Regular Session
Campus terms: 8
Local details: 10

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Regular Session runs Aug 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries

Aug 28Oct 25, 2026
Fall 2026 7 Week 1
Aug 28Jan 1, 2027
Fall 2026 Regular SessionRelevant now
Oct 26Jan 1, 2027
Fall 2026 7 Week 2
Jan 4Feb 1, 2027
Winter 2027
Jan 28Jun 1, 2027
Spring 2027 Regular Session
Mar 22Jun 1, 2027
Spring 2027 Session 2 (7 Week)

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Campus language

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8 terms

A

Asynch: Short for asynchronous learning, the primary mode of instruction where students complete work on their own schedule without live sessions.

D

Discussion Board: The primary digital 'classroom' where students interact and post assignments in Brightspace.
DSAB: Disability Student Advisory Board, a student group advocating for accessibility and supporting students with disabilities.

G

GSO: Graduate Student Organization, the representative body specifically for graduate students at SPS.

N

NSLS: The CUNY SPS chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success, a leadership honor society.

O

OER: Open Educational Resources; the free, openly licensed materials used in many SPS courses.

S

SPS SG: The Student Government of the CUNY School of Professional Studies, representing both undergraduate and graduate students.

Z

ZTC: Zero-Textbook Cost; refers to courses that use free or open-source materials instead of expensive textbooks.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details

119 West 31st Street: The primary physical campus building located in Midtown Manhattan.
365_caf_and_bar: 365 Café and Bar
Akademos: The official virtual bookstore provider for CUNY SPS.
Brightspace: The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access all course materials and submit assignments.
CUNYfirst: The central CUNY system used for enrollment, financial aid, and viewing official grades.
DegreeWorks: The online tool used by students and advisors to track progress toward degree completion.
dining_commons_servery: Dining Commons Servery
ePortfolio: A digital platform (often Digication) used by specific programs like Nursing to showcase student work.
SPS ID: The physical or digital identification card required for entry into the 31st Street building.
The 4th Floor: The main student hub within the 31st Street building, containing the student lounge and study spaces.

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What academic term is relevant now?: Fall 2026 Regular Session runs Aug 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027.
How much campus context is included?: 8 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?: Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?: Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in New York for CUNY School of Professional Studies Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in New York.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

180

Student Population

600,000

City Transportation

Walkability

Bikeability

Public Transit

New York City Subway, Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus system, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, Staten Island Ferry

Nearest Airports

John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

55.3°F

Avg Snowfall

25.8 in

Data sources: World Population Review (2026), Wikipedia, U.S. Census Bureau, NYC Department of City Planning

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

SP Parking Continental

garage

Located at 885 6th Ave (entrance on 31st St). Validate discount at lobby desk.

Myers Parking

garage

Located at 9 West 35th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues.

Campus News

Latest updates from CUNY School of Professional Studies

CUNY SPS Welcomes Record Fall Class of Nearly 5,200 Students

CUNY SPS reached a record-breaking enrollment in Fall 2026, representing an 8% increase over 2025 and 33% since 2022.

Oct 16, 2026

Celebrating 20 Years of Online Degree Education

The School marks its 20th anniversary since launching its first fully online degree program in 2006.

Aug 28, 2026

New Faculty Join CUNY SPS for Fall 2026

CUNY SPS added four new faculty members across various programs to connect course concepts to real-world applications.

Oct 14, 2026

CUNY relies on the CUNY Alert system for emergency notifications and weather-related closings. Students are encouraged to update contact info in CUNYfirst.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at CUNY School of Professional Studies

Information Session: Early Childhood Graduate Program

November 10, 2026

Online

Information session regarding the CUNY SPS Early Childhood Graduate Program, presented by the New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute.

Thriving through Stress November Workshop

November 10, 2026

Online

Learn practical strategies to manage emotions, build resilience, and stay grounded while balancing school and everyday life.

Mental Health First Aid Training

November 11, 2026

Online

Learn to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges in this virtual certification training.

Jump Start Application Info Session

November 12, 2026

Online

Learn more about the Jump Start program and its application process for undergraduate transfer students.

AI Literacy - Tutor.com

November 17, 2026

Online

Explore how students can use AI effectively in academics, from crafting prompts to checking accuracy.

Student Association Meeting

November 17, 2026

Online and On Campus

General meeting for the CUNY SPS Student Association, open to all current students.

Online Application Assistance Drop-In

November 18, 2026

Zoom

Drop-in assistance for students seeking help with submitting their CUNY SPS application.

Your Career, Your Questions - Open Office Hours

November 18, 2026

Online

Drop-in career advice, resume feedback, and interview tips from career advisors.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@sps.cuny.edu

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