Our Portfolio
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) supports learners, faculty, and partners across UNC Charlotte through programs, services, and experiences that reach far beyond the classroom. From professional development to online learning, youth engagement, and summer programs, we expand access to education and create opportunities that meet learning needs at every stage of life. Here are ways we make an impact:
Faculty Development
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) strengthens the faculty through events, workshops, and instructional resources that promote teaching excellence and innovation. From AI tools to active learning strategies, educators improve their practice and create meaningful learning experiences with CTL.
Charlotte Online
UNC Charlotte offers 80+ online degrees, certificates, and bootcamps designed for flexibility and real-world impact. Through strategic program design, enrollment support, and coordinated student services, the School of Professional Studies (SPS) ensures every online learner has the tools and guidance needed to succeed—wherever they are.
Summer Term at Charlotte
Each summer, over 13,000 current, incoming, and visiting students enroll in 1,500+ online and in-person courses in order to catch up, get ahead, or try something new. The School of Professional Studies (SPS) coordinates the entire effort—from scheduling and faculty support to payroll and problem-solving. It’s a campus-wide lift, and SPS is proud to help make it happen.
Professional Development
Whether they need new skills or just a refresher, want to earn a credential in their current profession, or are changing careers altogether, UNC Charlotte offers the flexible professional development options working adults need. The School of Professional Studies (SPS) provides enrollment services, course development, and strategic support to more than 200 programs that meet people where they are and take them where they want to go.
Workforce Development
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) bridges the gap between education and industry through customized training programs and strategic learning partnerships. From executive education to targeted upskilling, we support businesses in developing talent, closing skill gaps, and creating lasting impact. With flexible delivery formats and tax-advantaged pathways, our workforce development solutions are built to meet both organizational goals and employee needs.
Youth Programs & Summer Camps
UNC Charlotte offers year-round learning experiences for students in grades 1–12—from summer enrichment camps and academic workshops to SAT/ACT prep and STEM programs. The School of Professional Studies (SPS) supports the planning and coordination of these opportunities, helping create engaging, skill-building experiences that spark curiosity and foster lifelong learning.