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HOW YOU DO UNIVERSITY: EMILIO

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Your future in education starts by betting on yourself.  

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Meet Emilio. He’s a full-time higher education professional and doctoral student who’s committed to making education more accessible (starting with his own).

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Emilio D.

Major: Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Change

Why they chose SUNY Empire:

“I chose SUNY Empire because of the flexibility. Knowing that I'm working full time, this program gave me the opportunity to go back to school.”

Fun Facts About Emilio

  • Manages academic programs at NYU while pursuing his Ed.D. at Empire State University
  • Has done homework on airplanes, at the beach, and everywhere in between
  • Would give a TED Talk on mentorship and how it transforms the student experience
 

“Progress over perfection.”

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Grad school should fit your life (not the other way around)

You’ve got professional goals. You’ve got responsibilities. Maybe it’s a full-time job, a family, or both. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, and now you’re looking for that next step.

At Empire State University, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all graduate school.

Our online master’s degrees and certificates are designed for working professionals who need flexibility without sacrificing quality.

You already bring knowledge, discipline, and focus.

We bring the structure, support, and credibility to help you move forward.

Built for busy lives. Like yours.

  • 100% online and asynchronous (so you can learn on your schedule)
  • Programs designed to align with real-world jobs and employer needs
  • Dedicated faculty and advisors who understand the needs of working adults
  • Affordable SUNY tuition

If you’re ready to level up, our graduate programs are built for that.

With 27 master's degrees and 29 advanced certificates, SUNY Empire gives you options to move forward without hitting pause.

Our graduate areas of study include:

  • Business, Management and Leadership
  • Education
  • Graduate Liberal Arts and Science
  • Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

You’ll gain practical skills, leadership confidence, and a credential that opens new doors — all with the flexibility to keep working while you study.

 

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A high-quality degree with real ROI.

Your time and money matter. That’s why SUNY Empire offers a graduate experience that delivers value from day one (without high-cost surprises).

Compared to many private or for-profit institutions, our graduate tuition is significantly more affordable. And because our programs are built for professionals, you can apply what you learn immediately in your current role.

Want to move up, switch fields, or strengthen your credentials?

This is your next step — and it’s designed to pay off.

HOW DOES SUNY EMPIRE’S COST PER CREDIT TUITION COMPARE?

  • SUNY Empire: $471 (for non-MBA), $625 (MBA)
  • Southern New Hampshire University: $627
  • Strayer University: $663.33
  • Capella University: $815
  • Purdue Global: $485
  • University of Phoenix: $698
  • Grand Canyon University: $630 (varies by course level)
  • DeVry University: $776

Note: The tuition prices for SUNY Empire listed above are for New York residents.

 

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