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Marxe School at Baruch College

MarxeSchool of Public and International Affairs

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The Marxe School offers comprehensive programs in public and international affairs—from undergraduate to executive-level degrees. Gain the skills to lead and serve in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors.

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92%
MPA Graduate Employment Rate (2023–24)
Marxe Graduate Outcomes Report
100%
Executive MPA Graduate Employment Rate (2022–23)
Marxe Graduate Outcomes Report
#34
National Ranking for MPA Programs
U.S. News & World Report
Baruch Students

Undergraduate

Meet Jamal, Public Service Advocate

Jamal is majoring in Public Affairs and interning with a city council member. At Marxe, he’s gaining firsthand experience in civic leadership.

Explore Public Service Pathways

Baruch Students

Graduate

Meet Lila, Future Urban Planner

Lila is earning her MPA in Urban Development. She’s using data-driven analysis to help build equitable, resilient cities through Marxe’s graduate curriculum.

Advance with Graduate Programs

Baruch Students

Working Professionals

Meet Daniel, Nonprofit Changemaker

Daniel balances his role at a nonprofit with Marxe’s Executive MPA program, developing the skills to lead policy initiatives and expand community impact.

Level Up Your Leadership

Your Journey, Transformed

At Marxe, education is more than a degree—it’s a turning point. Reimagine your potential with a curriculum designed to meet your ambitions head-on.

KELLY ANN DIXON, MPA '11

At Marxe, I didn’t just learn how policy works—I learned how to shape it. The practical experience, the incredible diversity of voices, and the support from professors gave me the confidence to lead in government.

KELLY ANN DIXON, MPA '11
Senior Policy Advisor, NYC Mayor’s Office
MARCUS LIN, MIA '19

The Marxe School gave me more than a degree—it gave me a mission. Collaborating with peers from around the world challenged my thinking and prepared me to create lasting impact across borders.

MARCUS LIN, MIA '19
Program Officer, International Development Agency
FATIMA RAHMAN, MSEd '16

Coming from an education background, I found Marxe opened new doors in public service. The focus on equity, real-world casework, and career mentoring helped me translate passion into action.

FATIMA RAHMAN, MSEd '16
Director of Community Engagement, Citywide Nonprofit

Keep Growing, Keep Leading

Whether you're stepping into public service, shifting to a policy role, or deepening your impact in the nonprofit world, Marxe supports your path forward. Tap into our career tools, expert faculty, and supportive alumni network—your journey doesn't end here, it evolves.

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April 7, 2025

Baruch College Announces Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Baruch College has announced its Class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian. The valedictorian, Abhinaya Swaminathan, is graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Philosophy, and Political Science, and will attend Harvard Law School. The salutatorian, Sonja Kostich, a former professional dancer, is earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and will begin working at Goldman Sachs.

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