COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Learn more about the graduate certificate in College Access and Success.
About the Certificate
The graduate certificate in College Access and Success aims to provide a post-baccalaureate credential that aligns with the primary goals of the MEd program in Higher Education. As the College of Education and Human Development strives to prepare existing and incoming professionals in the ever-changing landscape of higher and postsecondary education, this certificate serves as a critical bridge to helping these service providers develop marketable skills and competencies. Courses offered through this graduate certificate program challenge norms by placing significant emphasis on urban issues and themes of equity, access and affordability in higher and postsecondary education.
Time Limit for Certificate Completion: 2 years
Campus Location: Online
Full-Time/Part-Time Status: The graduate certificate can be completed on a part-time basis.
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Applications are accepted for the Fall, Spring and Summer terms and are reviewed on a rolling basis.
APPLY ONLINE to this certificate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained to provide insight regarding the applicant's academic competence. References from college/university faculty are recommended.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is expected.
Transcripts: Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all accredited institutions attended and/or from which credit was earned must be submitted.
International applicants must also submit an official document, including a course-by-course evaluation conducted by a NACES-accredited organization, that validates completion and conferral of a degree, diploma and/or certificate. While not required, international applicants are encouraged to submit transcript(s) to World Education Services (WES) for evaluation.
Statement of Goals: In 500-1,000 words, write a statement of purpose outlining your interest in seeking a graduate certificate with a specific focus on the career to which you aspire, your interests, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
Standardized Test Scores:
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master’s degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- IELTS Academic: 6.5
- PTE Academic: 53
Resume: Current resume required.
Certificate Requirements
Number of Credits Required to Complete the Certificate: 12
Required Courses:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HIED 5103 | Access and Equity in Higher Education | 3 |
| HIED 5201 | Diversity Issues in Higher Education | 3 |
| HIED 5202 | The Costs of College | 3 |
| HIED 5203 | Getting into College: Strategic Enrollment Management | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
GPA Required to be Awarded the Certificate: 3.0 minimum
Contacts
Certificate Program Web Address:
Department Information:
Department of Policy, Organizational and Leadership Studies
College of Education and Human Development
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091
215-204-0999