Certificate in Higher 91¿´Æ¬ÍøÕ¾ and 91¿´Æ¬ÍøÕ¾ Affairs (Online)
This online certificate is designed for full-time employees currently working in student affairs, without a student affairs degree, who are interested in learning more about the field, application of theory to practice, and the current issues and trends facing our profession.
This 12-credit hour program consists of four online courses and can be completed over the course of one or two summers.
Each student who successfully completes the courses will receive verification from the faculty that confirms successful completion of the certificate program.
Program Essentials
Starting Semester
Deadline
Summer
4/1/2025
International students are encouraged to apply early to allow extra time for their materials to arrive.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
(minimum accumulative GPA 2.75 out of 4.00)
Completed online application that includes:
Personal statement
Resume
1 letter of recommendation from supervisor
International students only:
Minimum TOEFL score of 4.0
or minimum TOEFL score of 79 if taken prior to 1/21/2026
or minimum 6.5 IELTS score
or minimum 115 Duolingo score
The Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.
If you are currently enrolled or have applied in the past year, you are eligible for a reduced application fee of $35.
