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Certificate & Certification Applicants

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Certificates and Certifications of Professional Achievement at Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies are structured non-degree programs comprised of a number of credit-bearing University courses. 

They’re ideal for exploring a subject of interest, fulfilling an academic requirement, developing and advancing your career, and, in some cases, preparing for graduate school. All options offer access to Columbia's world-renowned academic community that includes top-rated professors, state-of-the-art facilities, and student peers who will challenge and engage you.