Students currently matriculated in a graduate program at Temple University can apply using the department’s online form.
Students not enrolled in a graduate program or enrolled in a program at another university are welcome to apply to the certificate program. Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0 and must submit an external application along with the following documents.
Submit two letters of recommendation from professionals who can affirm your academic ability and accomplishments.
Submit a personal statement of no more than 250 words, indicating your interest in the certificate program.
A current professional résumé is required.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required but applicants are welcome to submit scores.
Submit official transcripts for all coursework taken since high school, whether or not a degree was earned from the institution(s).
Official electronic transcripts can be sent via an email to mpp@temple.edu. Originals can be mailed to the following address.
Temple University Public Policy Graduate Certificate Program
837 Mazur Hall
1114 W. Polett Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6090
An external certificate application can be obtained by emailing the following staff person.
Kasey Trapp is the associate director of the Master of Public Policy program and the admissions contact for the Non-Profit Management Certificate (Graduate).
Phone: 215-204-7817
Email: kasey.trapp@temple.edu
Admissions is rolling for both fall and spring semesters.
Email: mpp@temple.edu