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    Certificate in Museum Studies at The University of Iowa

    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America
    United States of America, Iowa City
    University Rank:#530
    Certificate in Museum Studies at The University of Iowa

    The Museum Studies at The University of Iowa is a 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's main campus in Iowa City , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on May 15, 2027.

    About Certificate in Museum Studies

    The museum studies program provides a broad foundation of knowledge increasingly valued in the museum field. Museum studies courses introduce students to the spectrum of museum endeavors, from organization and mission planning to institutional histories and current developments in the field.

    Museum studies is interdisciplinary. Many University of Iowa programs, such as American studies, anthropology, art and art history, biology, business, communication studies, education, English, world languages, and history offer relevant courses.

    The Museum Studies Program is administered by the Department of Anthropology.

    This certificate program is open to students in all majors and can be used to complement your degree and expand your career options after graduation.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Museum Studies at The University of Iowa

    Entry Requirements

    Name of final diploma/certificate:
    Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)

    Minimum average overall grade requirement on core academic subjects such as mathematics, science, language, and social science courses (grade is comparable to U.S. grade of a B or 3.0 GPA):
    70/100%

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career Opportunities after Completing Certificate in Museum Studies

    Careers and Outcomes

    Iowa graduates have a 95 percent job/grad school placement rate within six months of graduation. Our Pomerantz Career Center  offers multiple resources to help students find internships and jobs. 

    Through course work and internship experiences, the program prepares students for museum careers and graduate school. Most students interested in museum careers pursue graduate study after completing their bachelor's degree.

    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)
         
    Certificate in Museum Studies at The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America

    United States of America, Iowa City

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