Program Overview

Dendrochronology (Certificate)

Overview

The Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research (LTRR) at The University of Arizona not only is considered the world's premier tree-ring research facility, but it also offers the only graduate-level certificate in Dendrochronology at a college or university anywhere in the country. Eligible to graduate students and non-degree seeking professionals, the certificate program's will hone your knowledge and competencies in the collection, analysis and interpretation of dendrochronological data, which is critical to understanding current and future environmental processes and conditions. The certificate serves as a steppingstone for additional training coursework in the field.

Coursework Location(s)

• Main/Tucson

Minimum Credit Units

• 12 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.

Department / Academic Unit

• College of Science

Degree

• Graduate Certificate

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

• An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
• Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
• Minimum GPA of 2.75 based on a 4.0 scale for Certificate applicants.

Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.