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About the Certificate Programs

The Public Administration Department offers two graduate certificate programs: a Certificate in Arts Administration (in conjunction with the MFA degree offered by the Visual Studies Workshop), and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management.

The Certificate in Arts Administration is available only to students matriculated in either the Master of Public Administration (MPA) or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program through the Visual Studies Workshop at the College at Brockport.

The Certificate in Nonprofit Management is available to students matriculated in graduate programs at Brockport other than the MPA program, and to students who have earned a baccalaureate degree who wish to apply only for the Certificate in Nonprofit Management.

Admission Requirements

Students applying to either of the Public Administration Certificate programs must meet regular MPA degree admission requirements. Eligibility to apply for the Certificate in Nonprofit Management requires a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Eligibility to apply for the Certificate in Arts Administration requires that the student be matriculated in either the Master of Public Administration (MPA) or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program in the Visual Studies Workshop at The College at Brockport.

Application Process

Applications are reviewed twice a year: March 1 (for summer and fall admission) and October 1 (for spring admission). Applications must be submitted to Graduate Admissions .

Certificate Program Policies

  • Students matriculated in the MPA degree program are not eligible for the Non-profit certificate.
  • Transfer credit is not allowed for either of the Certificate Programs.
  • A maximum of 3 credits (one course) of prior graduate coursework already taken in the Public Administration program can be applied toward the Certificate Programs, and it must have been taken within five years of the date of acceptance into the Certificate Program.
  • As part of the acceptance process, students must return the Admissions Reply Form and complete a Plan of Study with a Public Administration faculty advisor.
  • All College and program policies apply to students accepted to either of the Certificate programs.
  • Always check our web site for the most current information.

Coursework for the Certificate in Arts Administration

Coursework for the Certificate in Nonprofit Management

Gainful Employment Disclosure: Art Administration

The U.S. Department of education requires us to make this information available to prospective students of the Art Administration Certificate Program.

Cost

How Much Will This Program Cost Me?

  • Tuition and Fees (In-State): $5,137
  • Tuition and Fees (Out-of-State): $8,792
  • Books and Supplies: $420
  • On-Campus room & Board: Not Offered

Information reported about the 2012-2013 academic year.

Financing

What Are My Financing Options To Pay For The Program?

This program had fewer than 10 graduates during the previous academic year. Therefore, The College at Brockport is not required to calculate this data as the result would be unreliable.

Information reported about the 2011-2012 academic year.

Success

How Long Will It Take Me to Complete This Program?

This program requires 12 credits and usually takes two semesters (students typically attend part-time).

What Is The On-Time Completion Rate For Students In This Program?

No students completed this program during this reporting period.

What Type Of Jobs Are Available After This Program?

The following link refers to typical jobs offered to graduates of this program:
Social and Community Service Managers: SOC code 11-9151

What Are The Chances Of Getting A Job When I Graduate?

This program had fewer than 10 graduates during the previous academic year. Therefore, The College at Brockport is not required to calculate this data as the result would be unreliable.

What Is The Median Loan Debt Of Those Completing This Program?

This program had fewer than 10 graduates during the previous academic year. Therefore, The College at Brockport is not required to calculate this data as the result would be unreliable.

What Is The Percentage Of The Most Recent Graduates That Are Current In Their Loan Payment?

Currently 100% of the students that have completed this program are in good standing with their student loans.

Information reported about the 2011-2012 academic year.

This disclosure was last updated Nov 02, 2012.

Gainful Employment Disclosure: Non-Profit Management

The U.S. Department of education requires us to make this information available to prospective students of the Non-Profit Management Certificate Program.

Cost

How Much Will This Program Cost Me?

  • Tuition and Fees (In-State): $5,137
  • Tuition and Fees (Out-of-State): $8,792
  • Books and Supplies: $420
  • On-Campus room & Board: Not Offered

Information reported about the 2012-2013 academic year.

Financing

What Are My Financing Options To Pay For The Program?

This program had fewer than 10 graduates during the previous academic year. Therefore, The College at Brockport is not required to calculate this data as the result would be unreliable.

Information reported about the 2011-2012 academic year.

Success

How Long Will It Take Me to Complete This Program?

This program requires 12 credits and usually takes two semesters (students typically attend part-time).

What Is The On-Time Completion Rate For Students In This Program?

2 of 7 or 29% completed within the two semesters. Note: 83% took in conjunction with a Masters program.

What Type Of Jobs Are Available After This Program?

The following link refers to typical jobs offered to graduates of this program:
Social and Community Service Managers: SOC code 11-9151

What Are The Chances Of Getting A Job When I Graduate?

This program had fewer than 10 graduates during the previous academic year. Therefore, The College at Brockport is not required to calculate this data as the result would be unreliable.

What Is The Median Loan Debt Of Those Completing This Program?

This program had fewer than 10 graduates during the previous academic year. Therefore, The College at Brockport is not required to calculate this data as the result would be unreliable.

What Is The Percentage Of The Most Recent Graduates That Are Current In Their Loan Payment?

Currently 100% of the students that have completed this program are in good standing with their student loans.

Information reported about the 2011-2012 academic year.

This disclosure was last updated Nov 02, 2012.

Last Updated 11/7/12

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