Program Overview

Global Learning Certificate

The Global Learning Certificate (GLC) is a program available to students currently enrolled in pursuit of a bachelor's degree at Jacksonville University. This certificate encourages the next generation of global citizens and leaders by enhancing their skills in multicultural knowledge and understanding through coursework and active participation in diverse cultural experiences.

Program Overview

With successful completion, students will be better prepared to participate in the global economy both within and outside of the United States. The GLC provides students with the opportunity to globalize any major through the successful completion of the certificate. Developed in support of Jacksonville University's commitment to innovative experiential student-centered learning, the Global Learning Certificate program provides students with the opportunity to increase global insight and understanding beyond the required core curriculum.

Admission Requirements

• This certificate is available to Jacksonville University students already enrolled in pursuit of a degree.
• Minimum GPA requirement of 2.5 in all classes applied toward the certificate. Please note this is not an average but a per-class requirement.
• Students who are eligible for the Global Learning Certificate must apply no later than one semester before graduation.

Curriculum

The curriculum is subject to change, so please refer to the Academic Catalog for the current requirements.

• 1 Global Experiential Learning course from the following options for 3 credit hours:
  • Faculty Led Study Abroad Course
  • Freshman Experience Abroad
  • Summer or Semester Abroad
  • International Internship
• 1 Global Learning course for 3 credit hours. See the academic catalog for eligible courses and other requirements.
• 1 Foreign Language course beyond the core language requirements

Benefits

Undergraduate students successfully completing the Global Learning Certificate will earn a notation on their official JU transcript, receive an official certificate, and cords of distinction to wear at graduation.

Tuition

Please refer to the tuition information for the most current details.

Program Completion

The Global Learning Certificate is designed to enhance students' global understanding and prepare them for participation in the global economy. Upon completion, students will have demonstrated their ability to engage with diverse cultural experiences and enhance their skills in multicultural knowledge and understanding.