Application Deadlines and Requirements Graduate Certificates
Academic Advising Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | September 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Admission is open to those with MSN Degrees and are licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse, but who are not prepared as Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse
Application Requirement
- BSN and MSN degree from an accredited institution.
- Undergraduate Statistics course.
- Licensure as an advanced registered nurse practitioner in the State of Florida. (Out of state applicants must be eligible for licensure in Florida and must achieve licensure to begin clinical courses.)
- Current certification as an advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) provider.
- Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Responses to questions should not exceed 500 words, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
- Describe your future career plans and how the program to which you are applying will help you achieve your career goals.
- Describe the changes you would make in your personal and professional life to ensure success in your graduate nursing education.
- Identify one significant contemporary issue or problem in U.S. healthcare and explore how members of the nursing profession can help address that issue or solve that problem
- Curriculum Vitae which reflects prior education, clinical accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications and presentations), awards, additional certifications, and activities with professional organizations.
- Requires 3 professional recommendations.
- An interview with faculty may also be required.
Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | September 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Admission is open to those with MSN Degrees and are licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse, but who are not prepared as Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse
Application Requirement
- BSN and MSN degree from an accredited institution.
- Undergraduate Statistics course.
- Licensure as an advanced registered nurse practitioner in the State of Florida. (Out of state applicants must be eligible for licensure in Florida and must achieve licensure to begin clinical courses.)
- Current certification as an advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) provider.
- Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Responses to questions should not exceed 500 words, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
- Describe your future career plans and how the program to which you are applying will help you achieve your career goals.
- Describe the changes you would make in your personal and professional life to ensure success in your graduate nursing education.
- Identify one significant contemporary issue or problem in U.S. healthcare and explore how members of the nursing profession can help address that issue or solve that problem
- Curriculum Vitae which reflects prior education, clinical accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications and presentations), awards, additional certifications, and activities with professional organizations.
- Requires 3 professional recommendations.
- An interview with faculty may also be required.
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | September 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Admission is open to those with MSN Degrees and are licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse, but who are not prepared as Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse
Application Requirement
- BSN and MSN degree from an accredited institution.
- Undergraduate Statistics course.
- Licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida. (Out of state applicants must be eligible for licensure in Florida and must achieve licensure to begin clinical courses.)
- Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Responses to questions should not exceed 500 words, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
- Describe your future career plans and how the program to which you are applying will help you achieve your career goals.
- Describe the changes you would make in your personal and professional life to ensure success in your graduate nursing education.
- Identify one significant contemporary issue or problem in U.S. healthcare and explore how members of the nursing profession can help address that issue or solve that problem
- Curriculum Vitae which reflects prior education, clinical accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications and presentations), awards, additional certifications, and activities with professional organizations.
- Requires 3 professional recommendations.
- An interview with faculty may also be required.
Advanced Quantitative Methodologies Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Anatomical Sciences Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | April 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those who have completed a graduate program in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or other related health or medical science-related discipline from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. Alternatively, those with a Bachelor’s degree from a accredited institution recognized by UCF and have earned a GPA of at least 3.5 in the following pre-requisite coursework will be considered: Pre-requisites
- Anatomy or Anatomy and Physiology (8 credits total with labs)
- Physics (8 credits total with labs)
- Biology (6 credits minimum)
- Chemistry (6 credits minimum)
Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | April 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF or those currently enrolled in or possessing a master’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
This program can only accommodate a limited number of students; therefore, there is a possibility of being denied admission even when all criteria are met.
Individuals seeking national certification through the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB) must obtain a master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, education, psychology, or a related field; complete acceptable graduate coursework, complete a defined period of supervised practical experience and apply for the national board certification exam. For more information please visit the following website: https://www.bacb.com/bcba/bcba-requirements/.
Applied Operations Research Graduate Certificate
Applied Photonics Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc only.
Autism Spectrum Disorders Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Career Counseling Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Cognitive Sciences Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | November 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Admission to the program is competitive on a space-available basis. Final admission is based on evaluation of the applicant’s abilities, past performance and the applicant’s potential for completing the certificate.
College Teaching and Leadership Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Computer Forensics Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Admission to the program is competitive on a space-available basis. Final admission is based on evaluation of the applicant’s abilities, past performance and the applicant’s potential for completing the certificate.
Conflict Resolution and Analysis Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | July 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Corporate Communication Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | June 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Applicants to this program must provide:
- Official Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
- CV or Resume
Corrections Leadership Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | June 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Crime Analysis Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | July 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Criminal Justice Executive Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF who are enrolled in the Public Safety Leadership Development Certification Program (PSLDCP) at the Valencia Criminal Justice Institute. An application to the graduate certificate program, official transcripts, and a letter of acceptance to the Valencia College Public Safety Leadership Development Certification Program must be submitted.
Cyber Risk Management Graduate Certificate
Data Analytics Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | July 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- One official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college/university attended.
- Resume/CV
- Letters of recommendation (encouraged but not required)
Faculty members may choose to conduct face-to-face or telephone interviews before accepting an applicant into their research program. An undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Information Technology, or Computer Engineering is desirable but not required. Applicants without a strong undergraduate background in Computer Science and Statistics must demonstrate an understanding of the material covered in upper-division undergraduate courses listed under the Articulation Section of the Curriculum Information. Applicants may choose to demonstrate their knowledge of these courses by taking these courses as non-degree seeking and scoring “B” or better in all of them.
Data Modeling Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Design for Usability Graduate Certificate
Destination Marketing and Management Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Goal statement (this is your opportunity to outline in 500 words why you wish to join the program, what you think you will contribute to the program, and how you feel the program will enhance you both personally and professionally)
- Résumé.
- The GRE/GMAT is not required, however, the Admissions Committee may ask for the GRE/GMAT to strengthen a candidate’s application package.
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
These documents must be attached to the application. The goal statement should address the applicant’s interest in pursuing the certificate program and fully discuss any experience that he or she has had in the field. A minimum of 2 years of full-time post-undergraduate work experience is required for admission.
Dual Language Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Meeting minimum UCF admission criteria does not guarantee program admission. Final admission is based on the evaluation of the applicant’s abilities, past performance and the applicant’s potential for completing the certificate.
e-Learning Design, Development, and Delivery Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Educational Program Evaluation Graduate Certificate
Emergency Management and Homeland Security Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Current professional résumé including experience in the field (paid or voluntary).
- Goal Statement: The goal statement is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express himself or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages double-spaced (500-800 words) and should address the following:
- Personal background and career aspirations in emergency management.
- Reason for pursuing graduate study in emergency management, including your future career goals and plans.
- Specific areas of emergency management that interests you.
Entrepreneurship Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Resume/CV
ESOL Endorsement K-12 Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Ethics, Theoretical and Applied Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Relevant experience with theoretical and applied ethics through course work at the undergraduate or graduate level or through professional experience working with ethical issues will be evaluated by the graduate program director together with the certificate committee comprised of faculty from the participating departments.
Event Management Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Goal statement (this is your opportunity to outline in 500 words why you wish to join the program, what you think you will contribute to the program, and how you feel the program will enhance you both personally and professionally)
- Résumé.
- The GRE/GMAT is not required, however, the Admissions Committee may ask for the GRE/GMAT to strengthen a candidate’s application package.
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
These documents must be attached to the application. The goal statement should address the applicant’s interest in pursuing the certificate program and fully discuss any experience that he or she has had in the field. A minimum of 2 years of full-time post-undergraduate work experience is required for admission.
Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | September 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Admission is open to those with MSN Degrees and are licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse, but who are not prepared as Family Nurse Practitioners.
Application Requirement
- BSN and MSN degree from an accredited institution.
- Undergraduate Statistics course.
- Licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida. (Out of state applicants must be eligible for licensure in Florida and must achieve licensure to begin clinical courses.)
- Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Responses to questions should not exceed 500 words, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
- Describe your future career plans and how the program to which you are applying will help you achieve your career goals.
- Describe the changes you would make in your personal and professional life to ensure success in your graduate nursing education.
- Identify one significant contemporary issue or problem in U.S. healthcare and explore how members of the nursing profession can help address that issue or solve that problem
- Curriculum Vitae which reflects prior education, clinical accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications and presentations), awards, additional certifications, and activities with professional organizations.
- Requires 3 professional recommendations.
- An interview with faculty may also be required.
Financial Management for the Hospitality and Tourism Industry Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Goal statement (this is your opportunity to outline in 500 words why you wish to join the program, what you think you will contribute to the program, and how you feel the program will enhance you both personally and professionally)
- Résumé.
- The GRE/GMAT is not required for this certificate program.
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
These documents must be attached to the application. The goal statement should address the applicant’s interest in pursuing the certificate program and fully discuss any experience that he or she has had in the field. A minimum of 2 years of full-time post-undergraduate work experience is required for admission.
Financial Mathematics Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
FinTech Graduate Certificate
Fundraising Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Statement of Goals: This is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages and should address the following:
- What is your reason for pursuing graduate study in Fundraising, including your future goals and plans?
- What specific areas of Fundraising interest you?
- Work and/or Voluntary experience (fundraising or nonprofit experience is preferred, not required)
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Gender Studies Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | November 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Geographic Information Systems Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Applicants must submit an essay that describes their background and interests in relation to their desire to obtain the GIS certificate. Meeting minimum UCF admission criteria does not guarantee program admission. Final admission is based on an evaluation of the applicant’s abilities, past performance, recommendations, match of this program and faculty expertise to the applicant’s career/ academic goals, the applicant’s potential for completing the certificate and openings in the program.
Gifted Education Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Global, International and Comparative Education Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Health Care Simulation Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | September 1 | April 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- MSN degree earned or in progress from an accredited institution.
- Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Total word count for all (not each) answers should be 500 words or less, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
- Describe your future career plans and how the program to which you are applying will help you achieve your career goals.
- Describe the changes you would make in your personal and professional life to ensure success in your graduate nursing education.
- Identify one significant contemporary issue/ problem in U.S. health care and explore how members of the nursing profession can help address that issue or solve that problem.
- Curriculum Vitae should reflect prior education, recent clinical/practice accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications, presentations, grants, research participation), awards, scholarships, additional professional certifications, volunteer activities, and membership/leadership/activities with professional organizations and community service organizations. For recent graduates, this can include accomplishments as a student.
- Requires 3 professional recommendations.
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Healthcare Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Résumé or Curriculum Vita
- Goal statement
- The goal statement should discuss all relevant professional background and any previous research and/or teaching experience. The statement should explain the motivation behind the pursuit of a graduate certificate in Industrial Engineering. Future educational and career goals after the completion of the applicant’s certificate study should be discussed.The goal statement should between 500 and 1,000 words.
- International Students
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
- Given the fully online nature of this degree program, International students will not receive an F1 visa, hence you will not take this degree program in the US. International students are free to take this degree program from their home or any country besides the US.
Hospitality and Tourism Technologies Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Goal statement (this is your opportunity to outline in 500 words why you wish to join the program, what you think you will contribute to the program, and how you feel the program will enhance you both personally and professionally)
- Résumé.
- The GRE/GMAT is not required, however, the Admissions Committee may ask for the GRE/GMAT to strengthen a candidate’s application package.
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Housing and Residence Life Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Initial Teacher Professional Preparation Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Instructional Design for Simulations Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Instructional Design Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Instructional/Educational Technology Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Intelligence and National Security Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Applicants who have been admitted to a degree-seeking graduate program at UCF may apply for admission to the certificate program. Other interested applicants must contact the Certificate Advisor to inquire about admission to the certificate program prior to applying.
An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. All applicants to this certificate program will be required to submit:
- A current professional resume
- An academic goal statement addressing the applicant’s interest in pursuing the certificate
Interdisciplinary Language and Literacy Intervention Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Juvenile Justice Leadership Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Leadership and Strategy in Hospitality and Tourism Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Goal statement (this is your opportunity to outline in 500 words why you wish to join the program, what you think you will contribute to the program, and how you feel the program will enhance you both personally and professionally)
- Résumé.
- The GRE/GMAT is not required for this certificate program.
- Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
These documents must be attached to the application. The goal statement should address the applicant’s interest in pursuing the certificate program and fully discuss any experience that he or she has had in the field. A minimum of 2 years of full-time post-undergraduate work experience is required for admission.
Local Director of Career and Technical Education Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy Graduate Certificate
Mathematical Science Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Military Social Work Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to current students in the UCF Master of Social Work program and a limited number of students in the UCF Counselor Education master’s program. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted.
- Personal statement for Military Social Work. Applicants should write a personal autobiographical statement that is no more than two double spaced pages. Questions to answer include: What reasons or experiences led you to decide to apply for the military social work certificate? In completing the certificate, why is working with this population of interest to you?
- Up to date résumé
Students admitted to one of the Advanced Standing Tracks—either full-time or part-time—MUST take all three courses in order to be eligible for this certificate—this means completing one additional elective as a part of their plan of study. Students interested in admission to this certificate program should contact the MSW Admissions Specialist by calling 407-823-3474 for more information.
Mixed Reality Engineering Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Modeling and Simulation of Behavioral Cybersecurity Graduate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
Nonprofit Management Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Statement of Goals: This is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages and should address the following:
- What is your reason for pursuing graduate study in Nonprofit Management, including your future goals and plans?
- What specific areas of Fundraising interest you?
- Work and/or Voluntary experience (fundraising or nonprofit experience is preferred, not required)
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Nursing Education Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | September 1 | April 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- MSN degree earned or in progress from an accredited institution.
- RN license the state in which you practice.
- Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Total word count for all (not each) answers should be 500 words or less, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
- Describe your future career plans and how the program to which you are applying will help you achieve your career goals.
- Describe the changes you would make in your personal and professional life to ensure success in your graduate nursing education.
- Identify one significant contemporary issue/ problem in U.S. health care and explore how members of the nursing profession can help address that issue or solve that problem.
- Curriculum Vitae should reflect prior education, recent clinical/practice accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications, presentations, grants, research participation), awards, scholarships, additional professional certifications, volunteer activities, and membership/leadership/activities with professional organizations and community service organizations. For recent graduates, this can include accomplishments as a student.
- Requires 3 professional recommendations.
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Optical Imaging Systems Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only
Play Therapy Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF or those currently enrolled in or possessing a master’s degree in counseling or a related field. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Individuals seeking national certification through the Association of Play Therapy Incorporated (APT) must obtain a master’s degree in counseling or a related field and possess a state license in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work. For additional play therapy certification requirements, please consult the APT website at www.a4pt.org.
Police Leadership Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Prekindergarten Disabilities Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in exceptional education or primary education from an accredited institution recognized by UCF, a master’s degree in varying exceptionalities or primary education from an accredited institution recognized by UCF, or if an individual has shown evidence of graduate course work in one of these areas: exceptional student education, preschool education (0-4), primary education (K-3), pre-kindergarten/primary education (PK-3), or early childhood education. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Professional Writing Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | November 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Successful applicants will have received a grade of “A” or “B” in an upper-division writing intensive course. All applications require the following in order to be reviewed: A statement of academic intent
Project Engineering Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Public Administration Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Statement of Goals: This is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages double-spaced (500-800 words) and should address the following:
- Personal background and career aspirations in public service.
- Reason for pursuing graduate study in public administration, including future career goals and plans.
- Specific areas of public administration that interest you.
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Public Budgeting and Finance Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | November 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Statement of Goals: This is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages and should address the following:
- What is your reason for pursing graduate study in Public Budgeting and Finance, including your future goals and plans?
- What specific areas of Public Budgeting and Finance interest you?
- Any previous work experience in the field.
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Public Policy Analysis Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | November 1 | June 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Statement of Goals: This is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages and should address the following:
- What is your reason for pursuing graduate study in Public Policy Analysis, including your future goals and plans?
- What specific areas of Public Policy Analysis interest you?
- Any previous work experience in the field.
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Quality Assurance Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Research Administration Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Statement of Goals: This is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express him or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages and should address the following:
- What is your reason for pursuing graduate study in Research Administration, including your future goals and plans?
- What specific areas of Research Administration interest you?
- Working in Research Administration is preferred, not required.
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Research Smarts Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | July 1 | ||
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF and at least one statistics course or math course. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
SAS Data Mining Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Social Justice in Public Service Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | June 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- A current, professional résumé.
- Goal Statement: The goal statement is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express himself or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages double-spaced (500-800 words) and should address the reason for pursuing graduate study in Social Justice related to Public Administration.
- Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Social Science Education Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Special Education Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Structural Engineering Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Student Athlete Support Services Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Supporting High Needs Populations Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Sustainable and Resilient Energy Systems Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | June 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Applicants who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Technologies for Smart Communities Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
Training Simulation Graduate Certificate
Transportation Engineering Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. Students must have completed an undergraduate Transportation course (such as TTE 4004) or an equivalent.
Urban and Regional Planning Graduate Certificate
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | July 1 | |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
- GPA requirement of 2.5
- Goal Statement: The goal statement is a key component of the admission review process and serves as an example of the applicant’s ability to express himself or herself in writing. The goal statement must be no longer than two pages double-spaced (500-800 words) and should address the following:
- Personal background and career aspirations in urban and regional planning.
- Reason for pursuing graduate study in urban and regional planning, including your future career goals and plans.
- Specific areas of urban and regional planning that interests you.
World Languages Education - English for Speakers of Other
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
World Languages Education - Languages Other Than English
Application Deadline | Spring | Summer | Fall |
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Domestic Applicants | December 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
International Applicants |
Application Requirement
Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.