Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Studies
On campus learning,
Full Time,
bachelor's pre-course or master's pre-course
The total service fee for this program:
€ 499
Pre payment for this program:
€ 99
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ABOUT
Studying in Nonprofit Studies graduate Certificate program at University of Richmond in the USA:
graduate certificate in nonprofit studies (NPS) is designed for nonprofit managers and leaders — or those seeking to transition from positions in the corporate sector — to earn a credential related directly to their work. It’s also an ideal opportunity to determine whether a master’s degree in NPS is in your future, as all courses required for the graduate certificate can be applied to the Master of Nonprofit Studies degree.
Necessary information:
Total: 18 semester hours (GC-ELPS Program of Study) six classes
small class sizes (the average is 12-15 students)
Tuition: $721 per sem. hr.
Curriculum:
program offers a thorough understanding of the nonprofit sector in addition to addressing key components of nonprofit leadership and management, including fiscal concerns, legal issues, governance, promotions, development and managing personnel.
- Financial Management and Budget Development
- Law, Ethics and Governance
- Resource Development and Promotion
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- …
Career opportunity:
The certificate combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, culminating in a seminar focused on applying skills and knowledge obtained throughout the program of study to real-world problems. Therefore, graduates can enter the job market right after graduation.
Application Requirements:
Graduate Admission Process
Students seeking admission to a graduate certificate or a master’s degree program must complete the following:
- File a Graduate Application with the School and submit the non-refundable $50 graduate application fee
- Have official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities where college work was attempted forwarded directly to the School
- Have three (3) letters of recommendation sent directly to the School (requirement differs for Graduate Certificate in Teacher Licensure Preparation and Master of Teaching)
Students seeking admission to the Master of Nonprofit Studies or the Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Studies must have the following (in addition to the admission requirements for all graduate programs):
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university (or international equivalent)
- A grade point average of 3.0 or higher on all college or university academic work attempted
- Successful interview with the program chair or designee
English language requirement:
Language certificate | score |
TOEFL iBT | 100 |
TOEFL paper | 600 or 75 for revised TOEFL paper-delivered |
IELTS | 7,5 |
Duolingo | 125 |
ACT English section | 28 |
SAT evidence-based reading and writing section | 660 |
Deadlines and intakes:
Summer, fall, and spring applications
FREE VISA SERVICE
One of our very suitable solutions for applicants is to provide free visa services to study in this field from a pleasant country. If you need to receive free visa services, let us know your request
Expenses (USD)
1442
Application Fee
50
Program expenses
University & General Expenses
REQUIREMENTS
75
accommodation
The students have many options for accommodation like Best Western Executive Hotel, Country inn and Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, Hampton by Hilton Glenside, Aloft Richmond West, Courtyard Richmond Downtown, and so on that are 10 to 20 minutes away from the university campus. On the other hand, there are on campus options such as Bottemley house and Thalhimer Cottage for all applicants. Furthermore, most of these accommodation options has a fax machine, free wireless access, internet, breakfast, and self-parking among other facilities that are needed for safe and reliable accommodation. Overall, it is best to apply for temporary accommodation and evaluate your accommodation options according to your conditions and budget after arriving.
After Graduation
International students must refer to their student visas to find out if they can apply for a relevant job while studying at this university in the USA or not. Of course, we recommend you focus on your studies and find a relevant and related job right after graduation in the USA or any other country that you want with direct help from the university career services. On the other hand, the students who are studying in the part-time programs can apply for part-time jobs in related fields in this country and gather more field experience and money to support their living and study expenses. Moreover, they can get help from the empoloyability services of this university to find part-time jobs in this country too.