Program Overview

Population Studies, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (P.B.C.)

The Certificate requires a minimum of four courses (12 credits) including two required core courses and two electives. At least one course taken for the Certificate must be from a department other than the student's home unit. Students must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher in these four courses. Previously earned credits may be retroactively applied toward the Certificate. Students may apply to participate in the Certificate Program at any time up until the semester before they intend to graduate.

Course List

• SOCY611: Introduction to Demographic Methods (3 credits)
• SOCY630: Population and Society (3 credits)
• or ECON772: Population Economics
• Select two electives approved by advisor (6 credits)
• Total Credits: 12

Program Requirements

• Minimum of 12 credits required
• Two required core courses
• Two electives
• At least one course from a department other than the student's home unit
• GPA of 3.0 or higher in the four courses
• Previously earned credits may be retroactively applied toward the Certificate
• Students may apply to participate in the Certificate Program at any time up until the semester before they intend to graduate

Program Details

• The Certificate Program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of population studies.
• The program requires a minimum of 12 credits, including two required core courses and two electives.
• Students must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the four courses to be eligible for the Certificate.
• The program is open to students from various departments, and at least one course must be taken from a department other than the student's home unit.