Graduate Certificates
We offer two graduate certificate programs that can be completed either online or in-person on campus.
The Graduate Certificate in Philanthropic Studies provides you with education in the field of philanthropic studies. The degree program introduces you to the critical issues and values of philanthropic practices.
The Graduate Certificate in Philanthropic Fundraising focuses on the latest research on philanthropy, and the practical applications to develop your knowledge base and skills in fundraising.
Our certificates are designed for those who have an interest in, and perhaps career need for, this education and want to sample the master's program. All of the certificate credits can be used toward the master's. The certificates provide opportunities both for students interested in learning more about the field as well as career professionals looking to expand your knowledge.
The certificates may be completed on their own or in conjunction with other graduate study.
Admission Eligibility
The student must have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university to apply.
Application
Those interested should apply online through the IUPUI graduate school, but no letters of recommendation or GRE are required. Applicants whose native language is not English must pass the TOEFL with a score of 69 or higher. There will be spring and fall deadlines.
Please submit a résumé with a cover letter stating why you are interested in the PHST graduate certificate.
Program Restrictions
- Students enrolled in a certificate program must complete it within 12 credit hours of approved course work with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B). Failure to do so results in automatic dismissal from the certificate program.
- Students who have completed more than two PHST graduate courses must request permission to apply.
- Transfer credit, course substitutions, or course waivers are not accepted.
- Admission to or successful completion of a certificate program does not guarantee subsequent admission to a PHST graduate degree program.
- Students enrolled in the certificate program who apply to PHST's graduate degree programs must meet all existing admission requirements. If a student has a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better at the completion of the certificate, the student can request a waiver of the GRE requirement in applying to the M.A.
- Students must complete the certificate in five years.
Last updated: May 2021
