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Students who wish to sharpen their knowledge and skills without committing to the full MPA or MCJ degree programs may earn a certificate in one of five areas by completing four designated courses. Students who complete a certificate and later enter the MPA or MCJ program may count all credits toward the respective degree.

Graduate Certificate Eligibility Requirements

Any person with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution may apply to the certificate program by submitting to the School of Public Affairs official college transcripts from each institution attended and one letter of recommendation written by a supervisor or co-worker. Before enrolling for courses, students must submit an application for unclassified student status and pay the required $25 unclassified student application fee. Students who have been admitted to the MPA or MCJ program may also earn a certificate by completing the course requirements listed below. Students must earn grades of B- or better in each course counted toward a certificate.

Certificates Offered:

• Public Management
• Criminal Justice
• Nonprofit Management
• Nonprofit Fund Development
• Homeland Security - offered through the UCCS Center for Homeland Security