The graduate certificate in College Student Affairs is designed for learners who have already earned a master’s degree in a different field or who have two years (full-time equivalent) of direct student affairs experience following the completion of their bachelor’s degree. The program curriculum for the graduate certificate is delivered 100% online, and focuses on student affairs administration and college student development through a social justice approach.
Program Requirements
Common Core
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The graduate certificate in College Student Affairs has rolling enrollment with two options for start dates each year: Fall and Spring semesters. For Fall admission, priority deadline is January 15 with a final deadline of August 1. For Spring admission, priority deadline is August 15 with a final deadline of December 1. Applications received after the priority deadline will be considered on a rolling basis and on space availability.
Complete the Online Graduate Application
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Master's degree from an accredited university OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 WITH two years (full-time equivalent) of direct student affairs experience following the completion of the bachelor’s degree.
- One letter of recommendation from a current or past supervisor focusing on your potential to become an effective student affairs educator.
- Personal statement submitted by answering prompt questions.
Application Instructions
- Upload a current resume to the Supporting Information section.
- Request recommendation from reference in the Program Materials section.
- Complete the personal statement form by answering the questions prompted in the Program Materials section.
- Upload unofficial transcripts from all previous college coursework to the Academic History section.
- Complete and submit the application