The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership prepares students with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to advance in the higher education sector. The 12-credit certificate is stackable and consists of four interactive, 3-credit graduate courses that offer the flexibility that working adults need to be successful. Courses are offered in online and hybrid formats, and focus on serving adults and other nontraditional students, social justice in higher education, and assessment, accreditation and compliance. The program prepares students to advance professionally or transition to a new career in the higher education sector.  

Earn This Certificate for Less Than $4,000: Take advantage of special, limited-time tuition of $330 per credit for new students, which is 57% less than our regular graduate tuition.

What You Can Expect 

• Gain skills and expertise that can be applied directly to your career on day one
• The ability to finish your graduate certificate in two semesters on a part-time basis
• Flexible courses that work around your busy schedule – and optional live sessions with your professors
• Lively interaction with your classmates and professors
• No capstone or practicum requirements

Free Books:  New students can get free books for their first course. 

Stackable, Affordable, Flexible: The 12 graduate credits earned in the certificate fit seamlessly into the College’s MS in Higher Education Leadership.