Discover Your Path in Public Service
Lead. Serve. Innovate.
Prepare to Make an Impact Through Public Service
The Bachelor of Arts in Public Service at CGS prepares students for careers focused on addressing public problems and delivering services that strengthen communities.
Build a strong foundation in public service theory, policy, and ethics while developing practical skills for work in government, nonprofit, and other organizations serving the public.
Explore Your Path
Choose from three tracks that let you shape your studies around your interests and career goals: Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a Self-Designed concentration.
Program Highlights
Choose Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a Self-Designed concentration.
Complete your bachelor's degree in 2–4 years, depending on your prior college credits.
Choose from flexible learning options, with select courses offered online.
Build practical experience through required internships and applied learning opportunities.
Choose Your Track
Tailor your Public Service degree to your interests and career goals through one of three specialized tracks.
Public Administration
Focus on managing public programs and government operations that improve services and community outcomes.
Nonprofit Management
Prepare to lead and support nonprofit organizations addressing social, health, and community needs.
Self-Designed
Create a personalized pathway that aligns your coursework with your specific public service interests and career goals.
What You Can Do With This Degree
Prepare for careers in government, nonprofit, and international organizations focused on public policy, community impact, and public programs.
Government & Public Programs
Prepare for roles supporting public programs, government operations, community services, and constituent needs, including Government Program Coordinator and Legislative Aide.
Policy & Planning
Develop skills for researching and evaluating public issues, supporting policy development, and contributing to transportation, land use, and urban planning projects.
Nonprofit & Community Services
Prepare to lead and support programs addressing social, health, housing, and community development needs in nonprofit organizations.
International & Public Affairs
Explore careers involving international engagement, diplomacy, and public affairs, including opportunities with international organizations and the U.S. Foreign Service.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're exploring your options or ready to plan your next step, CGS can help you understand your admission options and create a degree path that builds on your previous education and professional experience.
Program Faculty
This program is offered in conjunction with the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA). Learn from professors and experts in the field of Public Service.
Program Director:
Dr. Carey Treado
Pitt Opportunities
Connect your Public Service studies with opportunities to learn, engage, volunteer, and explore your interests across the University.
Alumni Feature
See how Public Service alumni are putting their education and experience to work beyond the classroom.