Application Requirements for Certificates
FAQ
Can certificates be completed online?
No. All courses required for the certificate programs are designed to be taught in person.
What is the length of the program?
Students can complete the course requirements in as little as 1 year by taking two classes per semester. Look up courses in the Graduate Catalog to see when they are offered.
What is the cost of the program?
Visit this page for up to date resident and non resident cost analysis: Graduate Tuition Fees. Here is a link to a break down of an estimated budget as well: Cost of Attendance.
What requirements must I meet in order to be eligible for the program?
General
To be eligible for admission, applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Applicants to all certificates should have completed coursework in computer programming or be able to provide documented experience in programming.
Computational Science
Upper-division undergraduate coursework in differential equations and linear algebra (equivalent to MATH 333 and 301).
Cybersecurity
Upper-division undergraduate coursework in data structures and introductory systems programming. (equivalent to CS 321 and CS 253 at Boise State)
Data Science
Upper-division undergraduate coursework in linear algebra and calculus-based statistics. (equivalent to MATH 301 and MATH 361 at Boise State)
Content on this page is provided as a quick reference for planning. All official degree requirements are published on the Graduate Catalog site.
My previous degree(s) are not in Math, Computer Science or Engineering, can I apply?
Yes, applicants are not required to have a specific degree, but should have completed coursework in computer programming or be able to provide documented experience in programming. Additionally, applicants must have completed the prerequisite courses for their chosen certificate.
What GPA do I need to be admitted?
Applicants without a Master’s degree are recommended to have a GPA of 3.0 or better in the last 40 hours of undergraduate coursework.
Applicants with a Master’s degree are recommended to have a GPA of 3.3 or better in their Master’s degree program. Please note that these are recommendations and applicants are evaluated on all aspects of the application.
What do I need to include in my application?
You must submit official transcripts, a CV (resume), admission questionnaire, and English test scores (international applicants only). For additional details visit the Certificate Admission Requirements page.
What deadlines are important to know?
For Certificate programs, April 15 is the final deadline to apply for fall admission. Visit this page for a list of all deadlines: Student Deadlines
How can I stay informed?
Check your Boise State email for updates from our computingphd@boisestate.edu address or from program staff. Also, follow us on Twitter and Linkedin for announcements. Also refer to the Computing Ph.D. website for news here: Computing News