College of Community and Public Affairs

College of Community and Public Affairs We're changing the world

Departments and Programs

Human Development (BS, MS human rights)

Social Work (BSW, MSW)

Public Administration and policy ( MPA; MA, MS SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES)

HIGHER EDUCATION AND STUDENT AFFAIRS (MS)

Teaching, Learning and Educational Leadership (MS, MA, MAT, MSEd, EdD)

Community Research and Action (PHD)

Partner Programs

Public Health (MPH)

Enhance your degree

Double/Dual Degrees

Options for 2 Degrees in 5 Years 

CCPA Certificate Programs

Exclusively Online

Master of Social Work

Teaching, Learning and Educational Leadership (MS and Advanced Certificate)

Community Schools (Advanced certificate program)

Higher Education and Student Affairs (MS)

Our College

Working with outstanding scholars and dedicated teachers, CCPA students grow inside and outside the classroom through community engagement.

Affordable tuition and excellent academics offer students a high return on their education investment.

Statement of our values

CCPA is committed to anti-racism, equity, and social justice, providing a rigorous educational experience in a climate that fosters inclusion. Faculty, staff, and students demonstrate their commitment to these values through their research, teaching, and engagement with the community.

Learn the value of a CCPA degree

Our graduates are prepared for rewarding careers as social workers, educators, and other key roles that serve communities in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors. Join one of our Zoom sessions to learn more.

Couper-Owens Center for Community Schools (C-OCCS)

University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS) build bridges among universities, PK-12 schools and community resources, placing the school at the core of the community, to support youth, families, and neighborhoods within and beyond the doors of the classroom.

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Our Community and Network

Our graduates are leaders in nearly every field of public and community service due to their talent and desire for change. Select an alum to learn more about the impact our programs had on their career.