Sustainable Water Development Certificate
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    Sustainable Water Development Certificate

    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America
    United States of America, Iowa City
    University Rank:#598
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 53,668 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 15, 2023

    Sustainable Water Development Certificate

    About

    The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Water Development (SWD) is administered by the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department and classes are held partially online and at the Iowa City campus. The Graduate College grants the certificate.

    Admission is available to professionals looking to address future challenges of water scarcity and variability while also meeting the food and energy demands of Earth's growing population. This Certificate leverages a unique learning environment focused on water sustainability that extends beyond any one discipline, department, or College.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • A U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.
    • A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00, or the foreign equivalent as determined by the Office of Admissions.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 81

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 80

    How to Apply

    1. Submit your application.

      You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).

    2. Pay the application fee.

      The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.

    3. Upload your academic records.

      Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.

      Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams.

    4. Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.

      See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.

    5. Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.

      Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.

      ACT or SAT is required if:​
      • You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
      • You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)
         

    Sustainable Water Development Certificate

    The University of Iowa

    The University of Iowa

    United States of America

    United States of America, Iowa City

    Go to Official Website