How to Apply
Applications for the Data Science for Society Graduate Certificate are submitted through the JMU Graduate School application portal. Review the requirements below before beginning your application.
Applications Open
October 15
Application Deadline
February 15
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution prior to beginning the certificate program. - Transcripts
An unofficial transcript is required at the time of application. Official transcripts must be submitted upon admission. - Application Prompts
Applicants must respond to three short-answer prompts as part of the application (see below).
No statistics or programming background? MATH 522 is offered the summer before other certificate courses to help students build a baseline in both areas. See the FAQ for details.
Application Prompts
Your responses to these prompts help the program understand your goals, background, and readiness. There is no required length, but responses should be thoughtful and specific.
Prompt 1
Describe how you anticipate using data science in the context of your career.
Prompt 2
Describe your current experience level involving computer programming and other data science tools.
Prompt 3
If your transcripts do not show successful completion of a college-level introductory statistics course, describe any other training or experience that might be relevant.
Ready to apply? Use the link below to access the JMU Graduate School application portal.
Program Links
wilkinbs@jmu.edu
540-568-6408
Finance and office matters:
ominioi@jmu.edu
540-568-6184
