Some courses are in person and some online. The delivery method is listed on each Certificate page in the Courses Schedule so please make sure you select your courses carefully.
You need to complete 3 courses (12 units total) to earn the certificate. For certificates with electives, you choose ONE elective - you don't need to take all of them.
No. PaCE courses are on a completely different system from main campus. Degree Plus courses cannot be transferred back to count toward your degree requirements or unit completion. They must remain separate and in addition to your graduation requirements.
Yes, as long as you complete your undergraduate degree and Degree Plus by June 2027. However, you cannot transfer courses from your study abroad program to count toward Degree Plus requirements.
Yes! You can continue taking Degree Plus courses after graduation as long as you complete everything (including the internship) by June 2027.
Unfortunately, no. The program is specifically for students who will graduate by June 2027. If you're on track to graduate later than June 2027, you would not be eligible at this time. However, this is a pilot program and may expand in the future.
You must be:
No. The TMP certificate is separate from Degree Plus and is not free. It's a collaboration with the TMP Department and costs $1,200 for 8 courses. Degree Plus is free, requires only 3 courses, and includes an internship.
Degree Plus offers three certificate options:
The three certificate courses are completely free (tuition waived). However, there is a standard $25 application fee. The program does not cover living expenses or housing costs.