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We are Changemakers.


Discover your path to leadership and making a public impact at the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education at Cleveland State University. 

Our innovative programs in Communication, Criminology and Sociology, Education & Counseling, and Urban Affairs prepare students to navigate and solve real-world challenges head-on.  

With expert faculty guiding you, you'll gain the skills to understand, analyze, and positively impact our dynamic urban environment. Cleveland's vibrant community becomes your classroom, providing hands-on experience and connecting you with professionals committed to fostering a more just and equitable society. Our commitment to urban policy and revitalization has consistently earned us a spot among the top graduate programs in urban policy and public affairs, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. 

Join us at Levin College and start your path to becoming a leader of tomorrow.

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USNWR Best Graduate Schools in Public Affairs 2025

Nationally Ranked

Our programs are ranked #4 in Urban Policy and #12 in Local Government Management.

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Spotlight: Dr David Glasner

CSU's Ph.D. in Urban Education Program Elevates Dr. David Glasner's Vision for Public Education 

Dr. David Glasner shares how CSU’s Urban Education Ph.D. program strengthened his leadership and shaped his approach to school district innovation.
Dr. Elaine Yi Lu

Leading with Purpose: Dr. Elaine Yi Lu and the Next Era of Public Service at Levin College

Dr. Elaine Yi Lu brings national leadership in fiscal policy and public administration to her new role as Director of the Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs at CSU.
Levin Student Profile: Becky Hammill

CSU Has Becky Hammill on the Path to Becoming a Changemaker

Graduate student Becky Hammill is applying CSU experiences in the classroom and community as she prepares for a career focused on education policy and impact.
Neal Hodges

Finding Family in the Classroom: Neal Hodges Joins CSU’s Broadcast Minor

At 60, Neal Hodges enrolled in CSU’s Broadcast Minor, finding connection, purpose, and a new perspective while learning alongside a new generation.
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The Pratt Center at Cleveland State University Opens Doors and Transforms Futures

The Center supports students who have experienced foster care in earning bachelor's degrees, including Levin College valedictorian Mary Hansard.
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Department of Criminology and Sociology

The Department of Criminology and Sociology applies an interdisciplinary approach to major social issues, contributing to societal transformation, facilitating greater well-being, enhancing public safety, and maximizing our impact in our community and beyond.

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Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs

The Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs is recognized as one of the best public affairs schools in the nation by US News & World Report. The School offers in programs in fields that guide and advance vibrant and sustainable communities, including urban studies, public administration, urban planning, nonprofit management, and organizational leadership.

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School of Communication

The School of Communication is a dynamic community of students, faculty, and staff that exemplify the traditional university missions of teaching, research, and service, while engaging with the community.

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School of Education and Counseling

The School of Education and Counseling is the hub of education leadership, excellence, and innovation at Levin College. We shape the next generation of world-class educators.

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