Achieve Your Bachelor of Arts Degree at Levin 

Ready to make a real impact? The Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University offers you the opportunity to tackle real-world urban challenges while gaining the skills needed to lead in today’s complex world. Our Bachelor of Arts program blends classroom learning with hands-on internships at local agencies, allowing you to shape your education to fit your career goals in urban policy, planning, or nonprofit leadership. With an interdisciplinary approach and resources from across the university, you’ll be well-prepared to address the pressing issues facing cities today.  
 

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Telephone: (216) 687-3884 | E-mail: passc@csuohio.edu

Programs

Community Planning
Become a problem solver for communities with our Bachelor of Arts in Community Planning major! You’ll learn how to make cities more livable and inclusive through integrative urban planning methods like participatory planning, GIS, and cross-sectoral partnerships. Focus on key urban elements such as public spaces, equitable access, and resilient city systems. With hands-on internships, you’ll be ready to transform communities across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. 
 

Environmental Studies
Passionate about protecting the planet? Our Environmental Studies program equips you to address critical issues like pollution, waste management, and sustainable development. Whether your focus is business, government, or law, this program offers specialized tracks in Environmental Planning and Management, with internships to help launch your career and drive environmental change. 
 

Nonprofit Administration
Make an impact in the nonprofit world with our Bachelor of Arts in Nonprofit Administration major. Gain the leadership and management skills needed to create positive social change, mobilize community resources, and tackle complex issues facing nonprofit organizations. Internships provide valuable opportunities to put your learning into practice and make a lasting difference. 
 

Organizational Leadership | Online program also available.
Step into leadership with our Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership! This dynamic, multidisciplinary program equips you to lead in public, private, and nonprofit sectors by combining the expertise of the Levin College’s School of Urban Affairs, the School of Communication, and the Ahuja College of Business. With hands-on internships, research projects, and real-world applications, you'll gain the skills and experience needed to excel in leadership roles and drive meaningful change across diverse organizations. 
 

Public Safety Management
Advance your career in public safety with our Bachelor of Arts in Public Safety Management major. Designed for both pre-career and active professionals, this program hones your leadership and communication skills to address community safety issues. With concentrations in Fire and Emergency Services and Management, you’ll be ready to lead in urban safety roles, supported by hands-on internships. 
 

Public Policy and Management
Passionate about shaping the future? Our Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Management major offers flexibility to tailor your education to your interests, whether in urban policy, economic development, or local government management. With top-ranked public policy education, hands-on learning, internships, and mentoring, you’ll be ready to lead meaningful change and craft policies that make a difference. 
 

Accelerated Bachelor of Arts + Master's Degree Programs

Earn a bachelor's degree and a master's degree with our accelerated degree opportunities. Designed for high-performing undergraduate students, a Bachelor of Arts can be combined with a Master of Public Administration, a Master of Nonprofit Management, or a Master of Urban Planning and Development. Jump-start your professional career by completing an accelerated program!

Undergraduate Certificates

The Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs offers three Undergraduate Certificates for students who wish to seek a specialization in addition to a undergraduate degree.

• Public Management
• Sustainable Urban Development
• Urban Geographic Information Systems (GIS)