Tuition & fees
Costs include tuition & fees. Tuition varies based on residency and mode of study. Students who study fully online receive our e-tuition rate. See cost details
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
Apply for fall, spring, or summer term. View application process & deadlines
Program highlights
Program requirements
Our curriculum is designed to provide you with the advanced knowledge, skills, and techniques to respond to the managerial and leadership challenges in the nonprofit and public sectors.
Experiential learning
You’ll have the opportunity to attend, participate in, and contribute to the Muskie School’s expanding public outreach activities.
Research opportunities
Participate in research that’s meaningful to you. The Muskie School of Public Service is nationally recognized for applying the university’s analysis and research resources to critical issues in the fields of health policy, child and family well-being, disability and aging, public sector management and innovation, and more.
Faculty support
Nearly half of our faculty hold joint teaching and research appointments. They are actively engaged in rigorous inquiry about the complex challenges of democratic governance in our diverse communities, states, and nation.
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.
Career opportunities
Prepare for a wide range of career opportunities. Gain the skills to lead and manage in public governance and nonprofit organizations, participate in and contribute to the policy process, analyze and develop public policy, and communicate and interact effectively with a diverse and changing citizenry.
Our graduate admissions counselors are here to answer your questions about the admissions process, our academic programs, and student support services.
Admission information: Certificate of Graduate Study in Public and Nonprofit Management
Application deadlines
We accept applications on a rolling basis and review them continuously.
| Application deadline | Fall term start | Spring term start | Summer term start |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final | August 1 | December 15 | April 15 |