Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona Global

The Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona Global is a Graduate Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson Arizona Online - Online campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 22, 2027.

About Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP)

To meet the needs of both employers and employees within the optics industry, the Wyant College of Optical Sciences offers an innovative academic program that can be completed entirely by distance learning, entirely on campus or in any combination of the two.

The Professional Graduate Certificate in Optical Sciences is designed for working professionals with bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees who would like to supplement their practical knowledge with formal coursework. The program's rich variety of classes allows students the opportunity to explore the broad fundamentals of optical sciences or to choose courses of particular relevance to their immediate needs.

Students' goals, options and commitments may change over time, so the college allows students interested in the M.S. in Optical Sciences or Ph.D. in Optical Sciences to apply their 15 units from the Graduate Certificate program toward the requirements of the higher degree.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona Global

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

A minimum 2.75 GPA is required for admissions to University of Arizona graduate programs. A TOEFL or IELTS score is required for international students. Certificate applicants should have an academic or work background in optics, physics, or engineering.

Standardized Tests

Minimum TOEFL: 79

Minimum IELTS: 7.0

Funding Opportunities

Please note that no funding is available for the Professional Graduate Certificate in Optical Sciences. Graduate Certificate students are not eligible for teaching or research assistantships.

Students interested in loans or other financial aid should contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid: http://financialaid.arizona.edu/

Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

Fall: August 1 (Main Campus and Online)
Spring: December 10 (Main Campus and Online)

International Applicants:

Fall: July 1 (Main Campus) / August 1 (Online)
Spring: October 15, 2021 (Main Campus) / December 10, 2021 (Online)

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Tuition and Fee Information for Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

How to Apply for Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona Global

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.

Optical Sciences (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson