Social and New Media - Online Graduate Certificate
Earning certificates can earn you more.
Master messaging, technology, and strategy to influence your audience. Students will complete two required courses and one elective for a total of nine credits in the Social and New Media graduate certificate.
Take one certificate to feel an immediate boost to your profession. Take two to customize your expertise. Or combine three and add a capstone course to earn a complete Master of Science in Communication.
Why UW-Whitewater Online?
- Asynchronous program lets you learn day or night
- Build connections through online assignments and discussion boards
- Credits may apply toward a graduate degree at a later date
Fully Online
No requirements to come to campus.
Flexible
Attend full-time or part-time.
Specialized
Enhance your knowledge base and expand your career.
Social and New Media - Online Graduate Certificate
Certificate Requirements
The online Graduate Certificate in Social and New Media offers students flexibility, allowing them to customize their pathway and pursue their passion. Students must complete nine credits, which includes two required courses and one elective. More information on the program structure and courses can be viewed in the Graduate Catalog.
Courses are offered during six terms each year. Students may take up to three or four courses in spring and fall, and two courses during the summer. Depending on when courses are offered, a student could complete a certificate in one semester or the Master of Science in Communication in as little as 12-18 months.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the certificate program, students must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution and meet graduate admission criteria.
If you do not meet the graduate admission criteria, please email us to determine if you could be admitted on a conditional basis.
International students must meet additional criteria and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact us for information and assistance.
