Admissions requirements
To apply for an online Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Analysis, you must have:
- Bachelor's degree (in any field) in good standing
- A minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
Qualifications for admissions are determined by both the OSU Graduate School and the program. Visit the OSU Graduate School website to review the minimum admissions requirements.
When to apply
This program allows students to start during the fall, winter, spring or summer terms. You should have a complete application, including all supporting materials, on file no later than 30 days prior to the academic term that you intend to start. International students should apply at least two months in advance.
How to apply
Apply as a degree-seeking student using the OSU Graduate School’s online application form. The nonrefundable application fee is $75.
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended.
- Submit a cover letter requesting admission to the certificate program. The letter should provide a statement of objectives, your work or related experience and career goals.
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Three letters of recommendation and a recent resume. Reference letters and resumes should be submitted through the Graduate School application system. Current OSU Graduate students may bypass this step.
Where do I send application materials?
You may submit the OSU Graduate School application online electronically, uploading all documentation (scores, transcripts, etc.) as attachments. Or you may choose to mail your documentation and all materials to the Graduate School at Heckart Lodge, 2900 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, OR, 97331.
NOTE: International applicants must also submit documents and language test scores that are outlined on the graduate admissions international applicants webpage.
Transferring credits?
If you intend to use the credits earned in this program toward a graduate degree at another university, we recommend you determine the transfer-of-credit policy at that institution.
Apply to take courses as a nondegree-seeking student
If you don’t want to apply to the OSU Graduate School but would like to take individual classes that are part of the public policy analysis graduate certificate curriculum, you may apply to OSU as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Nondegree-seeking students who may later wish to apply to a graduate degree program should be aware that a maximum of 6 credits earned as a nondegree-seeking student may be transferred to a graduate certificate or degree program. For additional details, please refer to the “Nondegree Status” section of admission to Oregon State University.
Important dates
See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.
Degree quick facts
* 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.
† Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
‡ You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
Find application deadline
View required or recommended deadlines for your student type on our application deadlines page.
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