Is an Undergraduate or Graduate Certificate Right for Me?
If you’re looking to quickly develop new skills, earning a certificate may be ideal for your career goals. You can complete a certificate in as quickly as nine months, and apply the credits you earn toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree. A certificate helps you:
- Acquire skills and complete a credential quickly
- Boost your resume and LinkedIn profile
- Position yourself for immediate career advancement
Graduate Certificate
The graduate certificate is more in-depth and provides both specialized skills and opportunities to customize your certificate through elective courses.
| Cost | $19,584 |
| Courses | 6 |
| Length | 12 Months |
Good fit if you:
- Want to customize your certificate to pursue additional career interests and skills
- Plan to pursue a master’s degree but want to complete a certificate first
- Need a graduate credential for a promotion, a salary increase, or career mobility
Graduate Certificate Student
“The program was straightforward, focused, and challenging. It has prepared me for continuing on to my master’s degree.â€
Undergraduate Certificate
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| Cost | $9,648 |
| Courses | 4 |
| Length | 6 Months |
Good fit if you:
- Need an undergraduate credential for a promotion, a salary increase, or career mobility
- Have a high-school diploma and need new skills
- Want to earn credit toward a bachelor’s degree
How Does a Graduate Certificate Compare to a Master’s?
If you’re looking to continue your education and quickly develop new skills, earning a graduate certificate may be ideal for your career goals. If you want to dig deeper into a subject area and cultivate your leadership skills, a master’s degree could be right for you.
Martha Brown
Digital Strategist at UCHealth
“My DU education, even while still being in school, put me ahead of other candidates and landed me a full-time job. Two years later, I am making 45% more than I did at my last job.”