College of Professional and Continuing Studies

College of Professional and Continuing Studies

Whether you’re returning to college, advancing your current career, or changing career directions, we can help you find success—at any age.

Plus, we make returning to school affordable, with reduced tuition, generous college credit transfer and credit for prior learning.

We make it easy for adults to fit studies into their busy lives. We offer online undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates in in-demand areas, all with flexible schedules and all taught by accomplished faculty members. We support each student with dedicated advisors, tutors and career counselors.

Choose Your Path

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

Earn a bachelor’s in business, emergency services, liberal studies or social science. Pursue a master’s in emergency management. Or get a certificate in basic or advanced accounting, basic sciences for health professions or emergency management.

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Professional Certificates

Advance your career with a series of in-depth and self-paced seminars leading to a certificate. Choose from tech bootcamps or programs in healthcare, business, web development and creative design.

Certificate Options

Short Term Courses and Workshops

Interested in a particular topic? Take an individual workshop from any of our certificate programs. It’s a quick way to learn new skills that will help you advance in your career. Some upcoming courses are offered in Spanish.

Online Workshops

Affordable Excellence

College of Professional and Continuing Studies programs offer the same high quality as all the other programs at Adelphi. Generous credit policies and our Finish Line Program for readmitted Adelphi students make our programs remarkably economical.

Adelphi was a life-changing experience for my wife and I. Now, as a Business Manager working for a major international bank, I can apply many of the principles I was taught at Adelphi.

Alex Batista ‘19
RoeMechia John ‘22 and her beautiful child Nia celebrate her graduation from Adelphi University.

We empower mother-scholars like RoeMechia John ‘22 to conquer it all.

Programs Designed for Busy Lives

Our programs are ideal for individuals who are especially busy: adults juggling work and family life, veterans, or mother-scholars. Whether you want to learn online or on campus, you’ll enjoy flexible options that make your education journey easier.

Degree & Certificate Programs Non-Credit Certificates & Workshops
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Organizational Learning Solutions

Your company, organization or government agency can help our College of  Professional and Continuing Studies offer discounted tuition, customized programs and consulting services that benefit you and your employees.

Become Our Partner
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Helpful Advisors and "Kindness and Compassion From the Faculty"

Returning to school can take some adjustment. That’s why we offer all of our students the guidance and support they need when choosing a program, developing a plan of study, and taking classes.

Stories of Support Career Services

When I decided to go back to school to finish my degree, I thought it would be a long and difficult process. I met with the Academic Advisor .. and the process couldn’t have gone more smoothly. I am happy to say I was able to achieve my goal of finishing my degree quicker than I expected.

V. Partridge ‘20

Success Stories

Nilda Barrionuevo '22
Returning to school in her thirties, she completed her degree while balancing full-time work with raising children—and having a baby during the pandemic. Overcoming Obstacles
Janel Smith ’20
Janel Smith wanted to pursue a career in school counseling. She’s on her way after earning a BA in Social Science with a 3.7 GPA while working full-time and raising three children. Be Inspired
Nola Jackson
Nola Jackson was 30 credits away from earning her BA in 2014 when illness forced her to withdraw from school. CPCS’s Panther Potential Program helped her return to Adelphi in Fall 2021 to quickly and economically complete her degree. Getting Support & Understanding
Nicholas V. Cagliuso, Sr., PhD, MPH
Dr. Cagliuso had recently started his career in emergency management on 9/11, when he led his coworkers to safety from the 86th floor of One World Trade Center. Today, he shares his expertise and love of humanity as an adjunct professor in CPCS’s graduate emergency management program. Sharing Expertise

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October 10
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Alumni and Friends , Awards, Receptions and Celebrations , Clubs, Organizations and Activities , Health and Wellness
Spirit Weekend: In The Classroom - Nutrition for Healthy Living
October 14
Blodgett Hall, Room 109
Graduate Student Admissions
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October 18
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Awards & Recognition

Abound
Adelphi’s College of Professional and Continuing Studies ranks among Abound’s 2023 Top Adult Degree Programs for meeting the needs of nontraditional students in accessibility, affordability, acceleration and advancement. A Top Ranked School
Colleges of Distinction: Military Support
Adelphi is named as a stand-out institution dedicated to helping veterans overcome their obstacles and achieve success. Top-Ranked for Military
U.S. News & World Report: Best Value Schools
Adelphi University is honored for top academics and affordability. Awards & Rankings
Military Friendly® Schools
Adelphi University earned a 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School with a Silver ranking — reflecting our strong commitment to supporting our military and veteran students. Our Military Friendly Rating
Fiske Guide to Colleges
Adelphi is one of the “best and most interesting” colleges nationwide, based on academic, social and quality-of-life criteria. Adelphi Awards
Abound
Adelphi has been recognized among the nation’s top professional graduate degree programs by Abound: Grad School for providing affordable and flexible options, accessibility to professors and campus support services, opportunities to accelerate graduation, and prep for sustained career growth. A Top Grad School
Money
Adelphi—ranked among Money Magazine's "Best Colleges of America 2023" with a 4-star rating—is among colleges and universities cited for combining education quality, affordability and graduate earning power. Money's Ranking
Abound
Adelphi named among Abound's 2023 Best Colleges for Military and Veterans, recognized for commitment to military students, dedicated support staff, student veteran organization, and course credit for military experience. A Top Rated School
Colleges of Distinction
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development College for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey. Career Development Excellence

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College of Professional and Continuing Studies

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cpcs@adelphi.edu
Phone Number
516.877.3400
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Levermore Hall, 303
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