Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Graduate Certificate

Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2027

Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Graduate Certificate

Contact the Program Coordinator for more information about how to get started

Admissions Information

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Admissions Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission to graduate programs at the University of Minnesota Duluth are:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution in engineering or other STEM field, such as physics, chemistry, computer science, geology, etc.
  • GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants whose GPA falls slightly below the requirement should contact the program coordinator for details.
  • Evidence of English proficiency based on official test score reports for international* applicants.
  • Unofficial transcripts for all post-secondary coursework and degrees.
  • GRE or GMAT scores are NOT required.

*Due to the online modality of this program, it does not qualify for U.S. F-1 student visas.

Application Process

The Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Certificate program accepts applications year-round on a rolling basis for fall, spring, and summer admissions with priority deadlines on April 15 (fall and summer enrollment) and November 15 (spring enrollment).

Apply Now: Online Application
U of M Campus: University of Minnesota - Duluth
Selected Program: Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Certificate - Duluth
Proposed Term: Select proposed term of entry
Resources: UMD Graduate School | Application Instructions | Application Fees

Required Materials to Apply to the UMD Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Certificate Program:

  • Biographical & Contact Information
  • Personal Background Information
  • U of M Affiliation
  • Academic History
  • Resume/CV
  • Unofficial transcripts uploaded directly to the online application (official copies required upon admittance)
  • English proficiency test scores (for international applicants); GRE or GMAT scores are NOT required
  • Resume/CV
  • Application fee

Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid

Tuition for the Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Certificate program is assessed on a per credit basis. The tuition cost per credit for the 2026-27 academic year is $778.30 (resident and non-resident rate). 

Fees are assessed based on numerous factors based on a student's individual circumstances. 

Students are encouraged to:

  • File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form by the deadline to determine eligibility for federal and state funds. 
  • Check with your employer to see if they provide financial support for earning your graduate degree.
  • Search for national and local scholarship opportunities that fund graduate education.
  • Consider securing loans through private lenders. 
Program highlights infographic listing online coursework, program length, credits, required courses, and usual completion time.
Graphic showing a four-course certificate pathway leading to an M.Eng. degree by applying credits.
Curriculum table listing four required sustainable engineering courses, each worth 3 credits, for a total of 12 credits.
Graphic stating that the program costs $780 per credit, based on 2026–27 tuition rates, with additional fees possibly applying.

Do you live in northeastern Minnesota*? You might qualify for a scholarship to cover up to 75% of your tuition. 

Contact the Program Coordinator to inquire about eligibility and availability.

*Northeastern Minnesota includes the counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, or St. Louis.

Admissions information graphic outlining application periods and priority deadlines.

Apply Now: Online Application

U of M Campus: University of Minnesota - Duluth

Selected Program: Sustainable & Resilient Engineering - Duluth - Certificate

Proposed Term: Select proposed term of entry

Resources: UMD Graduate School | Application Instructions | Application Fees | Sustainable & Resilient Engineering Graduate Certificate