Graduate Certificates
Graduate certificate programs provide specialized training to teach students about new developments in their fields, expand their expertise, augment their professional skills and provide credentials that help advance their careers.
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A
Anatomical & Translational Sciences
Fall Start | Full-time or Part-Time | 19 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Full-Time - 1 year, Part-Time - 2 years, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) Fall - June 15 Prerequisite Requirement Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.0. Minimum undergraduate BCPM: 3.0. Bachelor's degree in life sciences is recommended but NOT required. All premedical prerequisites should be completed with a C- or better. Online courses are typically not accepted, but exceptions are made due to courses moved online during the COVID-19 pandemic. Applicants must indicate if they are enrolled in a pre-medical requirement course no later than the final semester prior to their intended enrollment at GW. Applicants who previously applied to medical schools need to include their AMCAS-verified application as a PDF file after their personal essay. For more information on premed coursework, please visit the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology website. GRE Test Optional Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation Two
We strongly recommend you have one faculty recommendation emphasizing academic ability and one work-related, research-related, or volunteer recommendation highlighting the applicant's commitment to a career in health care or biomedical sciences.
Statement of Purpose In an essay of 1,000 words state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Supplemental Requirements Applicants are required to submit a BCPM (science-math) GPA calculation document. The BCPM calculation form is available here. Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
B
Budget & Public Finance
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
C
Contexts of Environmental Policy
Fall Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
This program is offered exclusively to National Park Service (NPS) employees who have served for three years or more.
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) Fall - July 1 Prerequisite Requirement Applicants must be currently employed at the National Park Service (NPS) and have served for at least three years. Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One
Your letter of recommendation should be from your current supervisor specifying how the certificate would benefit you and the organization, and agreeing to support your participation for the duration of the program.
Statement of Purpose A personal statement of at least 300 but no more that 800 words that includes the purpose for undertaking graduate study, academic objectives, research interests, and career plans/accomplishments. Resume Required
Your resume must include your current NPS position and minimum overall work history of at least 5 years.
Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5(new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
D
Data Science
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score below 5.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (old test), 4 (new test)
- Duolingo: 110
- PTE Academic: 53
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
E
Environmental Resource Policy
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
F
Financial Mathematics
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score below 5.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (old test), 4 (new test)
- Duolingo: 110
- PTE Academic: 53
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
Forensic Investigation
Fall and Spring Start | Full-Time or Part-Time | 18 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Mount Vernon
Duration: Full-Time - 1 year, Part-Time - 2 years, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score below 5.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (old test), 4 (new test)
- Duolingo: 110
- PTE Academic: 53
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
G
Geographic Information Systems
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
L
Latent Print Examination
Fall Start | Part-Time | 18 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Online-Hybrid (courses are online with two short trips to GW's campus)
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) Fall - July 1 Prerequisite Requirement Applicants should have completed two courses in biology, chemistry and/or forensic science at the undergraduate level. Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250 – 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score below 5.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (old test), 4 (new test)
- Duolingo: 110
- PTE Academic: 53
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
M
Mathematics
Fall or Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score below 5.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (old test), 4 (new test)
- Duolingo: 110
- PTE Academic: 53
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
N
Nonprofit Management
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
R
Regulatory Policy & Practice
Fall and Spring Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) - Fall - July 1
- Spring - November 1
Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.
W
Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
Fall Start | Part-Time | 12 Credits | Program Website
Campus: Foggy Bottom
Duration: Part-Time - 1 year, no more than 3 years
- Application Requirements
Application Deadline(s) Fall - July 1 Academic Records Provide unofficial transcripts from every college or university you have attended, regardless of whether you completed the program or earned credit. This requirement includes institutions where credits appear as transfer units on another school's transcript. Official transcripts are only required if you are offered admission to the program.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must upload both the original language version and a certified English translation.
Letters of Recommendation One Statement of Purpose In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. Resume Required Minimum English Proficiency Test Scores - IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 100 (old test), 5 (new test)
- Duolingo: 130
- PTE Academic: 68
Check the application requirements website to see if you need to provide proof of English proficiency.
International Applicants Students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa are ineligible to apply for this program directly.