You'll be prepared to lead and serve two-year and four-year colleges and universities. You'll explore knowledge and skills within student life, academic affairs, athletics, and administrative divisions. And, you'll grow as a leader.

This 15-credit graduate certificate quickly gives you leadership skills. It is ideal for people with advanced degrees who lack leadership training.

You'll enjoy an engaging and interactive learning experience that accommodates working professionals and attend classes online when it is convenient for you.

Program Highlights

• Take courses 100 percent online, at your convenience
• Enjoy 10- and 16-week course delivery
• No GRE admission requirement
• Structured to actively connect and engage with your professors and colleagues
• Complete your program in less than one year
• Gain employment and a lifetime of career advancement

Program Distinctions

• Take an optional Education Abroad experience in Italy
• Participate in our Leadership Institute to explore current practices and research in the field
• St. Cloud State is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association

Student Organizations

• Emerging College and University Professionals
• Graduate Student Organization

Application Deadlines

Gainful Employment

Certain undergraduate and graduate certificates at St. Cloud State prepare students for employment in specific fields and do not result in a degree. Federal law requires publication of data associated with those programs of study, including approximate program costs, program length and employment statistics. The Minnesota State Chancellor's office has provided this report containing the aforementioned information for all required programs.

Applicants to this program must complete and attach the Gainful Employment acknowledgement form (PDF) as a part of their application for admission.