Certificates & Non-Degree Programs

Advanced Professional Certificates

NYU Wagner offers a range of Advanced Professional Certificates for public service professionals who want to enhance their public service careers. These Advanced Professional Certificates provide high-quality instruction in Finance, Health, Management, and Public Policy—providing students with a specific skill set and knowledge base for professional advancement.

The Advanced Professional Certificates program offers students:

• Flexibility. Students can study part-time and earn a Certificate in one year.
• Educational excellence. NYU Wagner is a top-ranked school. Students enrolled in Certificate programs will take courses with leading NYU Wagner faculty.
• Applicability. Certificate programs focus on subject areas with direct professional relevance that can be implemented immediately.
• Professional networks. Certificate students take courses and interact with other NYU Wagner students, providing an expanded network of contacts and connections.

Learn about admissions requirements

NON-DEGREE PROGRAM

The non-degree program is designed for public service professionals who are interested in sharpening certain skill sets to advance their professional development, but do not want to pursue a full master’s degree. Non-degree programs consist of a maximum of 12 credits (generally four classes).

Non-degree applicants must possess the same qualifications required for acceptance into a degree program, and must undergo the same application review process. Applicants must apply by the appropriate deadlines and are not eligible for scholarship consideration.