Earn a Master’s degree and a certificate together.
At the UW-Milwaukee School of Education Department of Administrative Leadership, you can earn a Master’s degree and a certificate, individually or at the same time. These offerings are perfect for anyone looking to advance their career in higher education, adult and continuing education, and for educators in the healthcare field.
Note: You must complete an application (including the application fee) for both programs.
Choose One of Our 2 Certificate Programs
Overview of Certificate Program Features
- 15-18 graduate credits
- GRE is not required
- Admissions offered each semester
- Available online
- Internationally known faculty
- Small class sizes (typically 15 -25 students)
Combine It with a Master’s Degree in ACHEA
- Master’s Degree in Adult, Continuing, and Higher Education Administration (15 credits of core courses plus 3 credits of electives)
Total = 33 credits to earn a Master’s plus certificate of your choice!
2 in 1 Application Process
| Master’s Degree Admission Application | Certificate Application |
| 1.) Complete the UWM Graduate School Online Admission Application. Select “Graduate courses for personal/professional enrichment” as your reason for applying. | 1.) Complete the UWM Graduate School Online Admission Application. Select “Graduate courses for personal/professional enrichment” as your reason for applying. |
| 2.) Select the master’s degree in Adult, Continuing, and Higher Education Administration. | 2.) Select the certificate in Support Services for Online Students in Higher Education or certificate in Teaching & Learning in Higher Education |