Applying for the LEAD Stackable Certificate – Non-Degree Seekers

Admissions and Program Requirements

Prospective students must apply to the Graduate School at UT Austin as a non-degree seeker. Choose 632370-C&I-LEAD Stackable Graduate Certificate (non-degree) for your major.

We strongly encourage you to start this process well ahead of the deadline to allow us enough time to process your information.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the U.S. or proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution.

Applicants should have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and a demonstrated interest in digital literacy, technology integration, K-12 education and equity. The program will consider applications with lower GPAs. If you feel that your GPA or test scores are not valid indicators of your academic ability, please upload a document detailing your concerns.

Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for each college or university attended.

GRE

The GRE requirement is not required. Submitted scores will not be reviewed.

Professional Statement

Make sure your name is at the top of your statement and limit it to 1,000 words or fewer. Be sure to address your:

• Experience with K-12, college-level or community education in which you have worked or plan to work with students aged 4-18.
• Interests in digital literacy technology integration, K-12 education, humanizing pedagogy and design of equitable classroom spaces that have drawn you to apply for the LEAD Stackable Certificate.
• Goals for applying the certificate in your professional work during or after program completion.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

This document should summarize and chronicle your academic and professional positions and achievements, including your awards and/or publications.

Application Deadlines

Spring Semester: November 1
Fall Semester: July 1

Please note: The LEAD Stackable Graduate Certificate accepts rolling admissions. We will review applications as they are submitted.

Financial Aid

Admitted students may be eligible for federally guaranteed loans and some private sector loans.

Questions?

Contact our graduate coordinator with any admissions questions.
Contact Jason Rosenblum with any program questions.

Please review the Graduate School’s Guidelines.

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