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Welcome to COSSPP
Welcome to the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy (COSSPP) at Florida State University! We are FSU's third-largest college with 12 academic units and 12 centers and institutes, our award-winning faculty produce leading research in their fields.
COSSPP Earns Top Marks in Public Affairs in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Graduate School Rankings
COSSPP's leadership and local government management specialties earned top national rankings in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Graduate Schools.
Apply for Our New Master's Program in Data and Society
Apply by July 1 for our new Master's in Data and Society! This one-year program prepares students to collect, analyze, and interpret data for social, ethical, and policy sectors of society.
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International Affairs End of Year Celebration and Guest Lecture
Celebrate the end of the semester with faculty, students, new graduates, and scholarship recipients at the end-of-semester gathering and guest lecture. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Krafft Professor of Spatial Data Science, Stewart Fotheringham, Ph.D., Among World's Most Cited Researchers
Dr. Fotheringham received a distinction that places him in the top 1% of scientists and scholars whose work has had the greatest influence in their fields.
Apply for a Graduate Certificate in Digital Applied Social Science (DASS) by April 2026
FSU’s College of Social Sciences & Public Policy and College of Communication & Information offer a graduate certificate designed to address social science questions using cutting-edge digital tools and ethical frameworks.
DURP Faculty & Alumnus Elected to the College of Fellows of the AICP
Congratulations to DURP Planner in Residence Dennis Smith, AICP, and prominent FSU Alumnus Wyatt Bowers, AICP, for being elected to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Certified Planners!
Alumni Spotlight: Donn Weaver
Donn Weaver — an FSU alumnus (M.A. International Affairs ‘74) — leveraged his graduate education to launch a 46-year service as a Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Government.
COSSPP to Host Spring 2026 Graduation Celebration
COSSPP invites our Spring 2026 graduates and their families and friends to join us for a come-and-go reception in Bellamy’s First Floor Atrium on Friday, May 1, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join the COSSPP LinkedIn Group
Our LinkedIn group serves as COSSPP's engagement hub, where students and alumni can connect and share their advice and experiences.
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Career Liaison Advising hours
Jessica O'Neill is our Career Liaison and conducts both virtual and in-person advising sessions at these times. Appointments can be made via The NoleNetwork.
Apply Today to a COSSPP Graduate Program!
Learn more about our graduate programs, how to combine multiple programs, and how to begin graduate studies as an undergraduate student!
Apply Today for a Combined Pathways Program
If you’re interested in pursuing a master’s degree and want to get ahead on graduate school while completing your bachelor’s degree, apply for a combined pathways program in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy!
Read Engage Magazine online now!
Engage is the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s annual magazine celebrating the impact of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The 2024–2025 edition highlights stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership — from student organizations and research breakthroughs to alumni achievements and new initiatives shaping communities in Florida and beyond.
The Future is Made in Bellamy
Learn more about how to get involved and get more than a degree during your time at FSU.
COSSPP Monthly Newsletter Archive
Our COSSPP Monthly Newsletter includes information about opportunities and events for our students, faculty, staff, and the broader FSU community. If you're not a COSSPP major, faculty, or staff member, you can find the archive of our recent newsletters below.
Apply for a Student Spotlight!
Students, have you done something noteworthy? Fill out this 20-minute survey to be considered for a 'COSSPP Student Spotlight' feature story!
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Subscribe to our new quarterly alumni newsletter!
We will be sending newsletters to all Alumni & Friends with quarterly updates. To subscribe and receive our summer edition, use the link below!
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Get involved during your time at FSU and engage in organizations, programs, and opportunities that expand your horizons – The Future is Made in Bellamy!
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Learn about financial assistance and scholarship opportunities available to undergraduate and graduate students in our college and at FSU.
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COSSPP’s Student Leadership Council Hosts 12th Annual Agree to Disagree
April 13, 2026
FSU's College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s Student Leadership Council (COSSPP SLC), in collaboration with the Civic Engagement Board, hosted the 12th Annual Agree to Disagree event on Mo …
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Department of Urban & Regional Planning Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence
April 13, 2026
The Department of Urban & Regional Planning celebrated a major milestone in its development with the celebration of its 60th anniversary from March 27th through the 28th, honoring the alumni, facu …
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COSSPP Earns Top Marks in Public Affairs in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Graduate School Rankings
April 7, 2026
Graduate programs within the …
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