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The Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences offers Doctoral (PhD) degrees with focus areas in Pathology and Anatomical Sciences, Integrative Anatomy, and Translational Bioinformatics through the Pathobiology Area Program.

Admission Criteria

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Pathobiology Area Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• Unofficial transcripts
• Statement of purpose
• 3 letters of recommendation are required. Provide these names and contact information for each in the “Recommendation Provider List”.
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• At least one writing sample (e.g., publications, proposals, upper-level course term papers, thesis, etc.)
• TOEFL/IELTS score (if international)

Important: When registering online, choose the following options.

• For “Admissions Category”, choose Doctorate- On Campus.
• For “Academic Program”, choose one of the following options:
  • Pathobiology Area Program/Integrative Anatomy Focus (PhD)
  • Pathobiology Area Program/Pathology & Anatomical Sciences Focus (PhD)
  • Pathobiology Area Program/Translational Bioinformatics Focus (PhD)

The Truman School of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Missouri offers an interdisciplinary PhD in Public Affairs that prepares graduates for careers in universities, colleges and applied research settings in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Students complete core sequences in public policy and management as well as research methods, and specializations tailored to students’ research interests.

Admission Criteria

• Minimum 3.5 GPA

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Public Affairs program

• Transcripts of all previous college or University education
• Statement of Interest
• Curriculum vitae/résumé
• Writing sample
• PhD Personal Data Sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Three letters of recommendation
• GRE Score Report (Optional)
• TOEFL or IELTS Score Report (required of applicants whose native language is not English):
  • University of Missouri Institution Code: 6875
  • Public Affairs Department Code: 4801

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Minimum GRE score: There is no minimum GRE score required. Submission of GRE Scores is optional. Please know that we do not view a lack of GRE scores negatively. No application will be dinged in the review process by not including GRE scores. However, if an applicant has taken the GRE and feels their inclusion would enhance their application, then scores should be included.
• An interview is required for admission to the clinical psychology program.
• Students earn an MA en route to the PhD, but we do not admit students seeking a terminal master’s degree.
• Most students accepted have an undergraduate major in psychology or its equivalent. Acceptance is based on training, quality of work, recommendations, GRE scores and other information. For additional information on admission requirements, consult Graduate Study in Psychology and Associated Fields, published annually by the American Psychological Association and available in most libraries.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Psychology Program

• All application materials should be submitted directly through the Graduate School Online Application
• Select at least one, but not more than three, faculty members as potential mentors.
• 500 word personal statement
• Three letters of recommendation
• Writing Sample/Sample of Work: Research or academic paper you authored, preferably in your area of interest.
• Submission of GRE scores is optional
• CV/Resume: Your resume or vita should list relevant research achievements, including published papers, conference presentation and fellowships.
• Psychology departmental application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Admission Criteria

• Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours and in political science courses
• Applicant should have at least 12 hours of upper-level course work in political science (recommended)
• An undergraduate major in an area other than political science may be acceptable

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Political Science Program

• Completed Graduate School online application, including the application fee
• One to two page statement of purpose, describing the applicant’s interests and goals in graduate study in Political Science
• Three letters of recommendation from those who can judge academic potential
• Unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting universities attended
• Academic writing sample
• CV
• GRE scores (Optional)
• For international students only, official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: Flexible, December 15 for greatest financial aid consideration

• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Minimum GRE score: none set
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
• Demonstrated capability to perform graduate-level work

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Plant, Insect and Microbial Sciences Program

All documents must be uploaded directly to the Graduate School online application.

• Unofficial transcripts. Upload to the online application to expedite review of your application by the program.  Please note that hard copies of official transcripts are not required until you are accepted into the program.
• Three letters of reference from people who can comment on your ability to succeed in graduate school (upload to the online application).
• A brief resume (one to two pages, upload to the online application)
• A clearly written, one- to two-page motivation statement that outlines your educational and career goals (upload to the online application)
• Official GRE scores. The GRE score is not required for admission into our program, however, the score will be considered if submitted. Submit using ETS institution code 6875.
• Official TOEFL scores, if you are from a country where English is not an official language. Submit using ETS institution code 6875.

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: February 1 (for full consideration)
Spring deadline: October 1

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Please consult the Physics Department homepage for details regarding the application process and the required materials.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Physics and Astronomy Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• International applicants: If your first language is not English, submit your official TOEFL scores using institution code 6875 and department code 76.
• A statement of purpose, in which you tell us a bit about yourself (e.g. your motivations, career goals, and research interests, and why you chose to apply at the University of Missouri)
• Three letters of recommendation
• A resume/CV

*The program no longer requires verbal, quantitative, or analytical GRE scores. They also do not require the Physics GRE. However, if you wish to supply these scores, you may supply them as part of your supplemental documentation.

Admission Criteria

Summer deadline: September 30

• Minimum GPA: 3.0

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Prerequisites for the Doctoral Degree

Note: The DPT program accepts students to begin the professional program only for summer terms, which begin in June.

Admission to the DPT program is available through regular admission (applicants will have a bachelor’s degree prior to beginning the professional program) or through an early admission option that allows students to enter the professional program with 90 credit hours.

All applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA in the core required courses and the cumulative GPA in the last 60+ credit hours.

On-campus interviews are required for admission to the professional program.

Students who enter without a bachelor’s degree must have satisfied the MU general education and graduation requirements and taken two Writing Intensive courses at MU.  These applicants must possess a 3.5 GPA.

All students are strongly encouraged to contact the College of Health Sciences Student Services Office for advisement and planning well in advance of application.

Admission to the program is selective.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Physical Therapy Program

• Departmental application (built into the Graduate School online application)
• 2 letters of recommendation as specified by the application guidelines
• Activities and Award Questionnaire as specified by the application guidelines
• Distinct Experiences and Attributes Essay as specified by the application guidelines
• Unofficial transcripts (Year of application, summer grades must be recorded on transcript)
• Departmental application fee

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: January 20

• Average GPA in the major: 3.9

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Average GRE Scores (GRE scores are optional)

Although we award an MA degree, we admit students to our PhD program only (with the MA obtained in the process). Any unusual circumstances regarding failure to meet the minimum requirements should be called to the attention of the director of graduate admissions.

Eligibility for any graduate work in philosophy requires the equivalent of the following six undergraduate courses in philosophy: formal logic, ethics, ancient philosophy, modern philosophy, epistemology, and metaphysics.

Deficiencies may be made up after the student is enrolled at MU.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Philosophy Program

• 3 letters of recommendation (submission through the online application system)
• Statement of interest (upload to the online application)
• Writing sample (upload to the online application)
• Resume/CV (upload to the online application)
• Departmental application (built into the Graduate School online application)
• GRE score report: MU’s school code is 6875; philosophy’s department code is 2801 (GRE scores are optional)
• TOEFL score: MU’s school code is 6875; philosophy’s department code is 2801 (International applicants only)

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Rolling

• Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.0
• Designated faculty mentor

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Pathobiology Area Program

• 3 letters of recommendation (can be submitted through the Graduate School online application as well)
• Statement of purpose
• Letter of support from mentor
• Resume or CV

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Submit all required documents in electronic format in the Graduate School online application system. Contact the emphasis coordinator or School of Natural Resources Director of Graduate Programs if your experience any difficulties.

Admission Criteria

Current MU undergraduate students are eligible to apply to this program. To be considered for admission to the accelerated MS program in Parks, Recreation and Tourism, a student must:

• Have completed at least 90 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree.
• Have earned a cumulative GPA greater than 3.0 overall and 3.5 in the major

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application.

For the Parks, Recreation, Sport and Tourism Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• Statement of purpose (1-3 pages, describes your academic and career background and goals)
• Resume or CV
• Three letters of recommendation (use provided form and submit letters online)

Once all these items have been received, the faculty will begin our deliberations for acceptance into our program. No student is accepted without an advisor.  It is possible that you meet minimum requirements for entrance but be denied acceptance because no advisor is able to sponsor your degree program. We strongly encourage you to email or contact the professors you are interested in working with. Direct contact is a good way to introduce yourself as well as get additional information about the program

Admission Criteria

Current MU undergraduate students are eligible to apply to this program. To be considered for admission to the accelerated MPA program in Public Affairs, a student must:

• Have completed at least 90 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree.
• Have a 3.0 GPA overall.

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.

For the Public Affairs Program

• 3 letters of recommendation
• Resume
• Statement of interest
• TOEFL or IELTS report (required of applicants whose native language is not English)
• Statement of Career Eligibility (required for professionals applying for the mid-career and mid-career online options)
• Public Affairs application (built into the Graduate School application)
• GRE score report (Optional)

Admission Criteria

Summer deadline: April 15
Fall deadline: July 15
Spring deadline: November 15

• A BA or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Applicants should have a GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Those with a GPA under 3.0 will need very strong qualities in other areas (such as professional experience) to gain admission.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Defense and Strategic Studies Program

• One letter of recommendation
• Statement of purpose
• Resume/CV
• GRE scores (Optional)
• TOEFL scores (Required for international applicants)

The program offers a Masters of Public Health with emphasis areas in Health Promotion & Policy and Veterinary Public Health.

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines (Including Dual Degree Programs)

Note: The graduate admissions committee will begin reviewing applications within 1 week of the application deadline.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

• Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours

Required Application Materials

For the Public Health Program

• Applicants applying for Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025: Complete a Graduate School application.
  • Unofficial copies of your transcripts of coursework from all universities, colleges, and/or technical schools you’ve attended in the past
  • Personal essay
  • Resume or CV
  • 1 letter of recommendation
  • TOEFL or IELTS (For international applicants only)
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Applicants applying for Spring 2026 and beyond: Contact the Public Health program directly via email at mumphprogram@missouri.edu for application process before you begin a Graduate School application.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Admission Criteria

• Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
• Admission to the MPA program is competitive and open to students holding baccalaureate degrees from accredited institutions and meeting admissions standards of the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs.

On-Campus Program Deadlines

Online Program Deadlines

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Public Affairs Program

• 3 letters of recommendation
• Resume
• Statement of interest
• TOEFL or IELTS report (required of applicants whose native language is not English)
• Statement of Career Eligibility (required for professionals applying for the mid-career and mid-career online options)
• Public Affairs application (built into the Graduate School application)
• GRE score report (Optional)

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: Flexible, December 15 for greatest financial aid consideration

• Minimum GRE score: none set
• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
• Demonstrated capability to perform graduate-level work

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Plant, Insect and Microbial Sciences Program

All documents must be uploaded directly to the Graduate School online application.

• Unofficial transcripts. Upload to the online application to expedite review of your application by the program.  Please note that hard copies of official transcripts are not required until you are accepted into the program.
• Three letters of reference from people who can comment on your ability to succeed in graduate school (upload to the online application).
• A brief resume (one to two pages, upload to the online application)
• A clearly written, one- to two-page motivation statement that outlines your educational and career goals (upload to the online application)
• Official GRE scores. The GRE score is not required for admission into our program, however, the score will be considered if submitted. Submit using ETS institution code 6875.
• Official TOEFL scores, if you are from a country where English is not an official language. Submit using ETS institution code 6875.

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

Fall deadline: February 1 (for full consideration)
Spring deadline: October 1

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Please consult the Physics Department homepage for details regarding the application process and the required materials.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Physics and Astronomy Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• International applicants: If your first language is not English, submit your official TOEFL scores using institution code 6875 and department code 76.
• A statement of purpose, in which you tell us a bit about yourself (e.g. your motivations, career goals, and research interests, and why you chose to apply at the University of Missouri)
• Three letters of recommendation
• A resume/CV

*The program no longer requires verbal, quantitative, or analytical GRE scores. They also do not require the Physics GRE. However, if you wish to supply these scores, you may supply them as part of your supplemental documentation. 

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Admission Criteria

• Admission to candidacy in the master’s program is limited to those who hold at least a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or University.
• Preference will be given to students with a college GPA of 3.5 or higher, and strong letters of recommendation.
• Each candidate for the master’s degree is required to complete a minimum of 30 semester hours at the 8000 or 9000 level and maintain a B or better GPA in graduate course work, with no more than 12 hours of research, problems, seminars or special investigations.
• Candidates also must satisfactorily complete a thesis.  A candidate is expected to demonstrate knowledge of clinical and/or research techniques and to defend the thesis.
• Faculty members advise students regarding their program of study and thesis research.  A list of graduate faculty eligible to supervise MS students is available on the departmental website.
• Required courses and those of special interest should complement the student’s academic background and career objectives.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Pathology and Anatomical Sciences Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• Unofficial transcripts
• Statement of purpose
• 3 letters of recommendation are required. Provide these names and contact information for each in the “Recommendation Provider List”.
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• At least one writing sample (e.g., publications, proposals, upper-level course term papers, thesis, etc.)
• TOEFL/IELTS score (if international)

Important: When registering online, choose the following options.

• For “Admissions Category”, choose Masters- On Campus.
• For “Academic Program”, choose Pathology and Anatomical Sciences (MS).

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

Submit all required documents in electronic format in the Graduate School online application system. Contact the emphasis coordinator or School of Natural Resources Director of Graduate Programs if your experience any difficulties.

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Rolling

• Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
• To be accepted as a candidate for the degree, an applicant must possess an undergraduate degree and academic performance that displays a breadth and depth of University education in social, behavioral, mathematical and natural sciences and major-specific coursework.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Parks, Recreation, Sport and Tourism Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• Statement of purpose (1-3 pages, describes your academic and career background and goals)
• Resume or CV
• Unofficial transcripts (from all colleges you have attended) at the time of application
• TOEFL scores (for international applicants)
• Three letters of recommendation (use provided form and submit letters online)

Once all these items have been received, the faculty will begin our deliberations for acceptance into our program. No student is accepted without an advisor.  It is possible that you meet minimum requirements for entrance but be denied acceptance because no advisor is able to sponsor your degree program. We strongly encourage you to email or contact the professors you are interested in working with. Direct contact is a good way to introduce yourself as well as get additional information about the program

MS Course Description: The Master of Science (MS) is a 33-hour, non-thesis, distance education program that is registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. The MS degree includes the 18 credit hour requirements of Graduate Certificate in Personal Financial Planning. So, when the students are admitted to the MS degree, they are also admitted to Graduate Certificate degree. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate portion, students will have completed the education needed to sit for the national CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP^®) exam. This is one of four requirements leading to the right to use the CFP^® marks as a financial service professional. The other requirements are passing the national CFP^® exam, gaining industry-relevant experience, and agreeing and adhering to the CFP Board’s Standards of Professional Conduct.

MS program website:
https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/cafnr/personal-financial-planning/ms

Admission Criteria

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are required to meet the University of Missouri’s minimum admission requirements. See Eligibility & Process | University of Missouri Graduate School.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Personal Financial Planning Program

• Statement of personal and professional objectives
• Current resume or vita

*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.

About the Program

The College of Veterinary Medicine offers a master of science degree in biomedical sciences with a specialization in veterinary pathobiology and/or laboratory animal medicine, which is administered through the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology. The degree requires 30 credit hours of work including courses, seminars, research, and problems courses. The program includes research in a particular field and defense of a thesis which embodies the results of this work. Certain areas of emphasis require submission of a formal master’s thesis while others require preparation of a publishable manuscript.

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Rolling

• Undergraduate GPA: 3.0
• Designated faculty mentor

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Academic Program

• 3 letters of recommendation (can be submitted through the Graduate School online application as well)
• Statement of purpose
• Letter of support from mentor
• Resume or CV

Degree Dependent:   Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The complexity, globalization, and impacts of the sport and recreation industries on society create the demand and need for precise preparation. Sport and recreation employers often require advanced degrees or certificates from accredited institutions as part of job requirements and/or for promotion. The principal target student population for the recreation and sport administration graduate certificate are working professionals who have received their undergraduate degree and are pursuing career advancement or changing fields. The certificate will emphasize the unique business, management, marketing and ethical principles and practices necessary to succeed in these industries. Ultimately, the program will prepare professionals who are critical thinkers, interdisciplinary in their approach, and capable of effectively managing and marketing sport and recreation enterprises in vastly different markets.

Certificate web site:
https://catalog.missouri.edu/collegeofagriculturefoodandnaturalresources/additionalcertificatesminors/grad-cert-recreation-sport-administration/

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes

Total Credit Hours:  15

Certificate description:

The online Positive Coaching program is intended for all athletic coaches and sports coordinators who have completed a bachelor’s degree program, and now wish to obtain a graduate certificate. The program is well-suited for athletic coaches at all levels of sport participation, as well as any individuals in educational or other settings, who provide instructional, leadership or counseling services to students or to others.

Certificate web site:
https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/education/positive-coaching-and-athletic-leadership/grad-cert

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• 1 letter of recommendation: In the online application, you will need to supply the name and contact details of a former instructor or professor whose course you completed and who will provide your academic reference. Their letter should focus on your academic performance and potential for success in graduate academic programs. Applications without at least one letter from a former instructor or professor of the applicant will not be reviewed.
• Departmental application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  15

Certificate description: The certificate in public health communication prepares recent college graduates, mid-career professionals in public health and journalism fields to effectively communicate scientific evidence for public health policies and interventions with lay and professional audiences. Graduates will be prepared to work in health education, hospital public relations, governmental public health administration, non-profit organizations and a variety of other settings. The objective of the certificate are to equip students with a) The principles of public health knowledge, b) The foundations of social and behavioral science in public health; c) Understanding and skills related to public health in news and reporting and audience engagement. The certificate consists of 15 credit hours, including three core courses and two elective courses. Students could finish the program in a year by taking two courses in two semesters and one in the other. Students may apply the course from the certificate to an MPH degree.

Certificate web site:
https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/public-health/graduate-certificates/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: May 1st
• Spring Semester: September 1st
• Summer Semester: March 1st

Note: The graduate admissions committee will begin reviewing applications within 1 week of the application deadline.

Required Application Materials

For the Public Health Communication Program

• Applicants applying for Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025: Complete a Graduate School application.
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Applicants applying for Spring 2026 and beyond: Contact the Public Health program directly via email at mumphprogram@missouri.edu for application process before you begin a Graduate School application.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The educational objectives of the Certificate in Public Engagement program are to teach students how to successfully demonstrate the societal impacts of their research through public engagement activities. Coursework will concentrate on increasing the ability of students to communicate their research and disciplinary area to broad audiences of different ages and different  educational levels. Practice and application of outreach will develop the outreach and engagement plans and “broader impacts” components of the research. The program will also emphasize actual interaction with audiences to promote understanding and appreciation of research as well as support for research and higher education. Students from all academic disciplines are welcome and encouraged to partake in this program.

Certificate web site:
http://catalog.missouri.edu/graduateschool/additionalcertificatesminors/grad-cert-public-engagement/

Requirements

This is a 12-credit graduate certificate program. Each student will complete the following:

• GRAD 9070: Essentials for Public Engagement (3 credit hours)
• GRAD 9075: Integrating Research with Outreach (6 credits total)
  • Set up as an independent study style course, students design and implement outreach projects.
  • Projects can range from after school programming to blogging–student creativity is welcomed.
  • This course will be taken twice by each student to fulfill the 6 credit hour requirement
• Elective Pedagogical Course (3 credits)
  • Please consult with the graduate certificate co-directors for approval for your choice of pedagogical course. Please consult with them prior to taking a different course.

Required Courses:

*NOTE: Please obtain approval for your Elective Pedagogical Course from the certificate Co-directors before taking the course. Possible courses for this requirement include, but are not limited to, ED LPA 9448: College Teaching, LTC/BioSci 8724 College Science Teaching, and GRAD 9072 Science Policy & Public Engagement.

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

• Summer semester: Rolling
• Fall semester: Rolling
• Spring semester: Rolling

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Unofficial transcripts

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  18.5

Certificate Description: Students who pursue the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner area of study will be prepared as expert clinicians to deliver evidence based advanced primary mental health care to individuals of all ages (e.g., children, adolescents, adults) and their families in a variety of healthcare settings, including in rural and underserved populations. The student will engage in independent and interdependent decision-making, managing psychotropic medications, and delivering psychotherapeutic, and psychoeducation interventions.

Certificate Web site:
https://nursing.missouri.edu/academic-programs/

Admission Criteria

A holistic review process is utilized for admission, however, students interested in the Graduate Certificate program should meet the following admission criteria:

• Advanced practice nursing certification and/or credentialing.
• Master degree nursing from a program accredited by a national organization responsible for nursing accreditation (i.e. Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• The program application process begins in the Nursing Centralized Application System (NursingCAS). Please contact the Nursing program directly for application process.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application (After acceptance to the Graduate Certificate program)
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  22.5

Certificate Description: Student who pursue the PCNS will be prepared provide direct patient care from wellness through acute care with a focus on complex and vulnerable pediatric populations. The Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist student will also be prepared to influence care outcomes by acting as a resource and providing expert consultation for nursing staff and other health professionals by implementing evidence based practice initiatives to support improvements in health care delivery systems.

Certificate Web site:
https://nursing.missouri.edu/academic-programs/

Admission Criteria

A holistic review process is utilized for admission, however, students interested in the Graduate Certificate program should meet the following admission criteria:

• Advanced practice nursing certification and/or credentialing.
• Master degree nursing from a program accredited by a national organization responsible for nursing accreditation (i.e. Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• The program application process begins in the Nursing Centralized Application System (NursingCAS). Please contact the Nursing program directly for application process.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application (After acceptance to the Graduate Certificate program)
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours: 12

Certificate description:
Employees needed a combination of technical coursework in precision agriculture technology and that several courses, if taken, would strengthen their ability to work within the precision agriculture industry.  We then determined that the objective of the Precision Agriculture Technology Graduate Certificate Program is to prepare and/or enhance students’ knowledge of the precision agriculture technology industry through two key areas:

• Coursework (online) and intensive on-site labs that focus on various aspects of precision agriculture technologies utilized by professionals in the field of precision agriculture.
  • ASM 7360 – Precision Agriculture Science and Technology
  • ASM 7365 – Machinery Management using Precision Agriculture Technology
  • ASM 7366 – Data Management and Analysis using Precision Agriculture Technology
  • ASM 7368 – Profit Strategies using Precision Agriculture Technologies
  • ASM 8360 – Internet of Things for Precision Agriculture

• Beneficial Supporting courses including:
  • Statistical analysis courses designed to help analyze data collected using precision agriculture technology.
  • Plant Science courses that focus of basic agronomic information, including soils, entomology, and crop management.
  • Communications courses that include both specialized agricultural communications courses as well as general communications courses aimed at improving verbal and non-verbal communication between professionals in the field and potential clients and/or the public.
  • Agricultural Economics courses, such as general farm management or returning to the farm.

Certificate web site:
http://catalog.missouri.edu/collegeofagriculturefoodandnaturalresources/additionalcertificatesminors/grad-cert-precision-agriculture-technology/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadline

• Fall semester: Rolling

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• 2 letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• GRE or GMAT scores (optional)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  18

Certificate description: Students may earn a Certificate in Personal Financial Planning in this online, non-degree, post-baccalaureate CFP Board registered program. The Certificate focuses just on the education needed to sit for the CFP® exam.

Certificate web site:
https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/cafnr/personal-financial-planning/grad-cert

Admission Criteria

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are required to meet the University of Missouri’s minimum admission requirements. See Eligibility & Process | University of Missouri Graduate School.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of personal and professional objectives
• Current resume or vita

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes

Total Credit Hours:  15

Certificate description: Positive Psychology is a specific focus area within the field of psychology that explores the positive, creative, and fulfilling aspects of human behavior. It is the scientific study of well-being: how humans flourish and in turn, unlock their potential. Through a purposeful sequence of courses, students will examine positive emotions, engagement, relationships, virtues and strengths, meaning, purpose, and accomplishment. Positive Psychology theories and practices are often applied to individual lived experiences, but coursework will also focus Positive Psychology’s “value-add” to organizations, governments, businesses, and education. The Graduate Certificate of Positive Psychology aims to articulate theory, apply research, and introduce intervention strategies students will use to enhance individual, interpersonal (social), community, institutional, and cultural well-being.

• Examine theoretical cornerstones, concepts, research, and application of positive psychology in the modern era.
• Increase awareness of human strengths and collective contributors to well-being leading to personal, social, academic, and professional development.
• Learn methods to facilitate increases in health and well-being within five measures of flourishing: positive emotionality, engagement in one’s strengths and experiences, relationship growth and development, meaning and purpose, and achievement.
• Understand how to effectively apply positive psychology interventions that promote thriving individuals, communities and organizations.
• Actively engage in directed personal reflections, efforts to expand awareness, and developing strategies to increase well-being measures.

Certificate web site:
https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/education/positive-psychology/grad-cert

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• 2 letters of recommendation: should attest to your professional competence, academic preparation and potential for graduate work.
• Personal statement
• Resume/CV
• Departmental application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The public policy specialization offers students a strong foundation in the skills necessary to work effectively in the policy environment.  Students in the public policy specialization learn theories of the policy process, quantitative and qualitative research methods to analyze policy, and program evaluation.  Students also have the opportunity to gain expertise in specific policy areas including education policy, environmental policy, health policy, social policy, and regional development policy.

Certificate web site:
https://truman.missouri.edu/degree-programs/graduate-certificates

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• Public Affairs Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:   Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: To advance in careers in state and local government, public managers need to be effective leaders who manage resources ethically and responsibly. Public management certificate students improve their skills for managing people, budgets, and more effective organizations overall.

Certificate website:
https://truman.missouri.edu/degree-programs/graduate-certificates

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• Public Affairs Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: This certificate is offered in collaboration with the MU School of Law. The courses in the certificate will focus on organizational analysis and change, as well as dispute resolution and conflict management. Courses are drawn from both the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs and the School of Law offerings. Students will have an opportunity to develop knowledge and competencies appropriate to the advanced study and diagnosis of evolving and emerging organizations and communities in the public, private, and nonprofit arena. They will find a curriculum supportive of careers in academics, management, and consulting.

Certificate web site:
https://truman.missouri.edu/degree-programs/graduate-certificates

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• Public Affairs Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The graduate certificate in nonprofit management provides students with the managerial, fiduciary, and analytical tools necessary for leadership of nonprofit entities. The goal is to develop and hone skills that can be used to achieve organizational missions uniquely aimed at serving the interests of the community.

Certificate web site:
https://truman.missouri.edu/degree-programs/graduate-certificates

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• Public Affairs Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: As organizations work to address contemporary policy issues, they continue  to seek managers and analysts who understand the processes and implications  of globalization and who are knowledgeable  about cultural, political and economic diversity and linkages. This certificate  focuses on acquiring an understanding of cultural  differences as well as academic knowledge relevant to public affairs. Both coursework and international experience are required  components.  All students must complete the required  course and three additional graduate-level courses related to Global Public Affairs as approved by the Director of the Global Certificate.  To fulfill the requirement of experience abroad, students must demonstrate significant international experience through such activities as student exchange, coursework, internship, Peace Corps, or similar work.  The Truman School of Government and Public Affairs and the University  of Missouri offer such opportunities, though in some cases, this requirement can be fulfilled based on experience prior to enrolling in the Truman School or MU.

Certificate web site:
https://truman.missouri.edu/degree-programs/graduate-certificates

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• Public Affairs Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The Graduate Certificate in Public Health offers working professionals the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of foundational areas of public health, including biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health and health services administration. Students may earn a stand-alone certificate after twelve credit hours (four courses) or may apply earned credits toward the MPH, should they wish to continue their studies. Certificate students who receive B’s or better in all four courses are automatically recommended for admission into the MPH program.

Certificate web site:
https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/public-health/graduate-certificates/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: May 1st
• Spring Semester: September 1st
• Summer Semester: March 1st

Note: The graduate admissions committee will begin reviewing applications within 1 week of the application deadline.

Required Application Materials

For the Public Health Program

• Applicants applying for Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025: Complete a Graduate School application.
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Applicants applying for Spring 2026 and beyond: Contact the Public Health program directly via email at mumphprogram@missouri.edu for application process before you begin a Graduate School application.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: The Epidemiology Certificate will allow prospective and current students to become competent in advanced aspects of epidemiological analysis such as assessing population groups and determining their priority health problems, empowering and mobilizing populations in a collaborative public health effort. The certificate competencies are:

1. Articulate key role of epidemiology for informing health issues and in preserving and improving public health.
2. Appropriately select and use information technology to identify, locate and access health-related data; accurately evaluate the integrity of the data and identify gaps in data.
3. Analyze data arising from epidemiologic studies using appropriate software.
4. Interpret the output of regression models from standard statistical programs and present the results in research papers and project reports.
5. Evaluate outcome-based research on public health interventions for its potential use in public health practice.
6. Develop skills in communicating community assessment and intervention findings to lay audiences.

Certificate web site:
https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/public-health/graduate-certificates/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: May 1st
• Spring Semester: September 1st
• Summer Semester: March 1st

Note: The graduate admissions committee will begin reviewing applications within 1 week of the application deadline.

Required Application Materials

For the Epidemiology Program

• Applicants applying for Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025: Complete a Graduate School application.
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Applicants applying for Spring 2026 and beyond: Contact the Public Health program directly via email at mumphprogram@missouri.edu for application process before you begin a Graduate School application.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  15

Certificate description: The graduate certificate in Participatory Health Research confirms the completion of graduate level training in the rationale, theoretical underpinnings, methods, and applications of participatory approaches for health and health systems. This methodology strives to develop equitable partnerships among host communities, stakeholders, policy makers, health care providers and researchers in an effort to work together to develop strategies and interventions that will enhance the health of a population.

Certificate web site:
https://nursing.missouri.edu/academic-programs/

Application Deadlines

Application Process

• Current Mizzou Graduate Students: Complete the Change of Program Form and submit the form directly to the Participatory Health Research program.
• New/Returning Mizzou Graduate Students: Students new to Mizzou or former Mizzou graduate students returning after a semester break or longer, should complete the Graduate Application for Admission. Please include the application materials listed below in your online application.

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application (After acceptance to the Care Management program)
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Two letters of recommendation
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Essay
• Nursing supplemental information (built into the Graduate School application)
• Writing sample (optional)
• A copy of license for licensed health care professionals only (e.g. R.N., M.D.)

Officially approved as:

Degree Dependent:   Yes

Total Credit Hours:  15

Certificate description:  Developmental psychology and lifespan developmental studies include the scientific study of psychological changes that occur over the life course. Therefore, developmental studies are inherently interested in many of the same questions of other areas of psychology, education, family studies, etc., but by investigating the ways in which particular psychological processes change and develop from infancy to adolescence, and through to adulthood. The purpose of the graduate certificate in lifespan development is to provide students in other areas of psychological study, or human behavior broadly defined, a better understanding of the ways in which psychological functions change with age, as well as the challenges and special considerations that are a part of research with children and adolescents and how they may be different from those of working with adults.

Certificate web site:
https://catalog.missouri.edu/collegeofartsandscience/additionalcertificatesminors/grad-cert-lifespan-development/

The Minor in Psychological Statistics and Methods is a joint program between the Department of Psychological Sciences and the Department of Statistics.

Requirements

A total of seven courses at the 7000 level or above in statistics and methods is required.  The course options are dependent on the doctoral program in which the student is admitted.  More detailed specification of the courses required in the plan of study may be stipulated by the student’s major department and the student should consult with them in this regard.

Doctoral students in the Department of Psychological Sciences or Statistics must take at least two of the seven required courses outside their major department.

Doctoral students in other departments must take five courses within the Department of Psychological Sciences or the Department of Statistics, at least two of which are in statistics and two of which are in psychology.

Click here to see more information.

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone: Yes

Total Credit Hours:  15

Certificate description: The certificate in public health communication prepares recent college graduates, mid-career professionals in public health and journalism fields to effectively communicate scientific evidence for public health policies and interventions with lay and professional audiences. Graduates will be prepared to work in health education, hospital public relations, governmental public health administration, non-profit organizations and a variety of other settings. The objective of the certificate are to equip students with a) The principles of public health knowledge, b) The foundations of social and behavioral science in public health; c) Understanding and skills related to public health in news and reporting and audience engagement. The certificate consists of 15 credit hours, including three core courses and two elective courses. Students could finish the program in a year by taking two courses in two semesters and one in the other. Students may apply the course from the certificate to an MPH degree.

Certificate web site:
https://healthprofessions.missouri.edu/public-health/graduate-certificates/

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: May 1st
• Spring Semester: September 1st
• Summer Semester: March 1st

Note: The graduate admissions committee will begin reviewing applications within 1 week of the application deadline.

Required Application Materials

For the Public Health Communication Program

• Applicants applying for Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025: Complete a Graduate School application.
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Applicants applying for Spring 2026 and beyond: Contact the Public Health program directly via email at mumphprogram@missouri.edu for application process before you begin a Graduate School application.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Officially approved as:

Stand Alone:  Yes  

Total Credit Hours:  12

Certificate description: This certificate is offered in collaboration with the MU School of Law. The courses in the certificate will focus on organizational analysis and change, as well as dispute resolution and conflict management. Courses are drawn from both the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs and the School of Law offerings. Students will have an opportunity to develop knowledge and competencies appropriate to the advanced study and diagnosis of evolving and emerging organizations and communities in the public, private, and nonprofit arena. They will find a curriculum supportive of careers in academics, management, and consulting.

Certificate web site:
https://truman.missouri.edu/degree-programs/graduate-certificates

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Graduate Certificate Program

• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV
• Public Affairs Application (built into the Graduate School online application)

The Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences offers Doctoral (PhD) degrees with focus areas in Pathology and Anatomical Sciences, Integrative Anatomy, and Translational Bioinformatics through the Pathobiology Area Program.

Admission Criteria

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Pathobiology Area Program

All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.

• Unofficial transcripts
• Statement of purpose
• 3 letters of recommendation are required. Provide these names and contact information for each in the “Recommendation Provider List”.
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• At least one writing sample (e.g., publications, proposals, upper-level course term papers, thesis, etc.)
• TOEFL/IELTS score (if international)

Important: When registering online, choose the following options.

• For “Admissions Category”, choose Doctorate- On Campus.
• For “Academic Program”, choose one of the following options:
  • Pathobiology Area Program/Integrative Anatomy Focus (PhD)
  • Pathobiology Area Program/Pathology & Anatomical Sciences Focus (PhD)
  • Pathobiology Area Program/Translational Bioinformatics Focus (PhD)

The program offers a Masters of Public Health with emphasis areas in Health Promotion & Policy and Veterinary Public Health.

Admission Criteria

Application Deadlines (Including Dual Degree Programs)

Note: The graduate admissions committee will begin reviewing applications within 1 week of the application deadline.

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

• Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours

Required Application Materials

For the Public Health Program

• Applicants applying for Spring 2025, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025: Complete a Graduate School application.
  • Unofficial copies of your transcripts of coursework from all universities, colleges, and/or technical schools you’ve attended in the past
  • Personal essay
  • Resume or CV
  • 1 letter of recommendation
  • TOEFL or IELTS (For international applicants only)
  • Personal data sheet (built into the Graduate School online application)
• Applicants applying for Spring 2026 and beyond: Contact the Public Health program directly via email at mumphprogram@missouri.edu for application process before you begin a Graduate School application.

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Admission Criteria

Application deadline: Rolling

• Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.0
• Designated faculty mentor

Minimum Language Requirements

Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores

Required Application Materials

For the Graduate School

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

For the Pathobiology Area Program

• 3 letters of recommendation (can be submitted through the Graduate School online application as well)
• Statement of purpose
• Letter of support from mentor
• Resume or CV