Urban Leadership Certificate

School of Public Administration, College of Public Affairs & Community Service; Department of Black Studies and Department of Political Science, College of Arts and Sciences; School of Communication, College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media

Vision Statement

The graduate certificate in urban leadership is an interdisciplinary certificate program that provides current and future urban leaders with the skills and training necessary to lead and communicate in diverse urban settings effectively and ethically. 

Program Contact Information

Barbara Hewins-Maroney, PhD, Graduate Program Chair (GPC)
123 College of Public Affairs & Community Service (CPACS)
402.554.4953
bhewinsm@unomaha.edu

Meagan VanGelder, EdD, Senior Advisor
111 College of Public Affairs & Community Service (CPACS) 
402.554.3480
mvangelder@unomaha.edu

Program Website

Admissions

General Application Requirements and Admission Criteria

Program-Specific Requirements

Application Deadlines (Spring 2024, and Fall 2024)

• Fall: June 1
• Spring: October 1

Other Requirements

• English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the U.S., OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission. 
  • Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 110
• Statement of Purpose: The statement of purpose should be 1-2 pages describing your interest in this certificate and how the certificate will help you achieve your personal goals.
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Degree Requirements