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If you are interested in pursuing the undergraduate certificate in health communication as a standalone certificate, you will apply as a nondegree-seeking student.
Nondegree-seeking students who later wish to become degree-seeking must meet the minimum transfer student requirements of 24 transferable, college-credit hours at a minimum 2.3 GPA. Students may not switch from nondegree-seeking to degree-seeking after the first four weeks of the semester.
Application dates
This program accepts rolling admissions, so you can apply at any time. We recommend you submit your application at least six weeks before the beginning of the term in which you wish to start your course work.
| To start classes in | Apply by | Classes begin |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Beginning of July | August |
| Spring | Beginning of December | January |
| Summer | Beginning of April | Multiple sessions |
Complete the online application
- Domestic application fee: No fees apply
- International application fee: $40.00
Application fee waiver questions: Contact UMSL Office of Admissions with questions via 314-516-5451 or 1-888-GO-2-UMSL or admissions@umsl.edu
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Program contact
Stephanie Van Stee, PhD
- Associate Professor, Health Communication Certificate Coordinator
- vanstees@umsl.edu