Planetary Science Certificate

The 12-14 credit hour Planetary Science Certificate (PlanetS-CT) will prepare undergraduate students to continue in the field of planetary science or planetary exploration. The certificate is designed to enhance both critical thinking and the technical skills necessary for practicing planetary science.

Note: At this time certificates are not offered online–they are strictly in-person.

Guidelines

• 12-14 required credit hours
• Maximum of 50% overlap with degree program (i.e. major, minor, other certificate, or GE)
• Minimum C- for course to be listed on certificate
• Minimum 2.00 cumulative point-hour ratio required for certificate (3.0 for graduate students)
• X193 credits not permitted
• If the certificate is not complete on the DAR, the student must consult with the College of Arts and Sciences Coordinating Advisor
• The certificate program form must be filed at least by the time the graduation application is submitted to a college/school counselor
• Once the certificate program is filed in the college office, any changes must be approved by the College of Arts and Sciences Coordinating Advisor