Credits required
18 Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 18 quarter credits are equal to 12 semester credits.*
Cost per credit
$571 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
Delivery
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.‡
Start terms
4 per year
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Graduate Certificate in Energy Policy – Online

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Careers

There is a growing need for professionals who can lead organizations in advancing clean energy goals. The field of energy policy provides broad career opportunities in which you can work toward reducing oil imports, improving the reliability of the electric grid, reducing air pollution and more.

Oregon State’s Graduate Certificate in Energy Policy connects professionals from diverse communities and organizations across counties, states and the country – providing you the chance to share solutions to common challenges and network for career advancement.

Job market outlook

Make a well-informed decision on which degree to pursue online by using the following live job market information from public and private data sources.

A soaring demand for skilled energy workers nationwide

In its 2020 U.S. Energy & Employment Report, the Energy Futures Initiative states that careers related to energy policy and renewable energy grew by 12.4% from 2015 and 2019 and make up 5.4% of the entire United States workforce.

Tap into OSU’s career services

An added benefit is that you’ll have access to Oregon State’s Career Development Center, which provides valuable resources to help you find lifelong career success and meaningful employment in a diverse world.

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Important dates

Summer term starts
June 24
Fall term starts
Sept. 25

See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.

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