How to Apply: Systems Engineering Certificate

The application deadline for Fall 2019 is August 1st 
Fall 2019 Classes Start: August 28, 2019

At a Glance

Locations Offered

  • Catonsville

Programs Offered

  • Master’s of Science: Systems Engineering
  • Graduate Certificate: Systems Engineering

Admissions Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Information Systems.
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • GREs and letters of recommendation are not required.

Application Process

To apply, complete a UMBC Graduate Application for Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Programs and use program code CENS.

  • Apply online
    • Submit your statement of goals as an attachment in the “Academic Goals and Research Interests” section
    • Recommendations are optional. Please put N/A in these fields if you choose not to enter names of references.
    • Complete residency information to be reviewed for in-state tuition rates
  • Submit unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions to UMBC Graduate School, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250 or email to gradschool@umbc.edu.
  • Submit resume to gradschool@umbc.edu or kedmonds@umbc.edu.

The following information is required to process your application:

  • Completed application including residency form (determines in-state tuition eligibility)
  • Statement of academic goals
  • Transcript(s) from each college university attended
  • Current resume: Submit as additional document during application process or email to kedmonds@umbc.edu
  • Non-refundable application fee ($50 online)

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Mailing Instructions

All application documents should be mailed to:UMBC Graduate School, Certificate in Systems Engineering 
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250


Admission Notification

The Graduate School will notify the applicant by mail of the final admissions decision once all required documentation has been received and reviewed.

If you require further assistance, please contact Kim Y. Edmonds at 410-455-3445.

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