Tuition per credit hour
Online mode of study: $447 for both in-state and out-of-state residents. Blended mode of study: cost varies. See details and other costs
Credit hours
12 required credit hours. Most courses are equal to 3 credit hours. Browse course list
Program duration
Finish in as little as 1 year. Explore program requirements
Admissions
No application fee. Apply for fall, spring, or summer term. View application process & deadlines
Program Highlights
Program requirements
Our curriculum is designed for those who want to learn to use data more effectively on the job and in the community.
Experiential learning
You’ll have the opportunity to attend, participate in, and contribute to the Muskie School’s expanding public outreach activities.
Faculty support
Nearly half of our faculty hold joint teaching and research appointments and are actively engaged in advising their students. Faculty activities range from research and policy analysis, to training and technical assistance, to demonstration projects that design and test innovative program and policy strategies.
Career opportunities
Our program will prepare you for a wide range of career options. Gain skills in data acquisition, data analysis and presentation; applying statistical techniques to real world problems; and the practical application of analytical tools.
Future degree planning
Interested in earning your Master’s degree in Policy, Planning, and Management in the future? The credits you earn through this certificate program can be applied to our MPPM. Some restrictions may apply.

Admission information: Applied Research and Evaluation Methods, Certificate of Graduate Study
Application deadlines
We accept applications on a rolling basis and review them continuously.
Application deadline | Fall term start | Spring term start | Summer term start |
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Final | August 1 | December 15 | April 15 |