EPIDEMIOLOGY GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

The graduate certificate in Epidemiology requires satisfactory completion of the 4 graduate level courses (12 credits) listed below. Each certificate program course must be completed with a grade no lower than a C-; the overall GPA of the Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology courses must be no lower than 3.0.

Applicants to the Epidemiology graduate certificate must submit an application and all required materials through the University of Delaware graduate application system.

Applicants from diverse educational and professional backgrounds who have a strong interest in public health and epidemiological methods are encouraged to apply. Each application will be evaluated individually on the basis of prior academic achievement, professional experience, and interest in public health. Acceptance to the program is based on a composite of the applicant’s scholastic record, letters of reference, and a personal statement. Relevant work experience may also be taken into consideration.

The online application process prompts applicants for the following information:

- First name, last name, phone, email.

- Current degree program (if any), expected completion date, current GPA.

- Academic transcripts of degrees earned previously.

- Brief statement explaining why the applicant seeks to answer the following prompts: 1) What educational background and scientific research or employment experience prepares you for this Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology; 2) How will acquiring this graduate level training in epidemiology help you achieve your long-term professional objectives; and 3) What disease/condition are your content areas of interest and/or expertise.

- Two letters of recommendation. The applicant provides names and email addresses of the recommenders, and recommendation forms are emailed directly to them from the online application. Instructions are provided as to how to return the completed forms electronically.

- A resume or curriculum vitae that documents the applicant’s prior work experience, publications, honors and awards received, and a summary of educational credentials including documentation of relevant experience.

- For international students: Per university requirements, applicants must demonstrate a satisfactory command of English. The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or TOEFL Essentials is required of all foreign applicants. If TOEFL scores are submitted, a minimum score of 550 (paper-based test) or 79 (TOEFL iBT) is required for consideration for admission. Please refer to the Graduate College regarding requirements for any and all updates such as accepted test scores and accepted measures of language proficiency. The minimum requirements outlined by the Graduate College apply to Epidemiology certificate, there are no additional language proficiency requirements.

Prior Degree Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any academic field from an accredited college or university with an earned GPA of 3.0 or higher.