Admission Requirements

Admission to the Graduate Certificate in the Urban and Rural Economic Development program is determined by an assessment of the candidate's academic qualifications, work experience and interest in the field. Those who wish to take individual courses only will be able to register on a space-available basis.

General Admission Requirements

1. Admission to the URED Graduate Certificate program requires an undergraduate degree (can be any major) and interest in the field.
2. Complete and submit graduate application (including $25 fee) to the School of Graduate and Professional Studies.
3. Must submit official transcripts demonstrating completion of a bachelor’s degree at an accredited post-secondary institution and send them directly to the School of Graduate and Professional Studies.
4. Submit a one-page 250 word essay answering the question – “Why are you interested in enrolling the Urban and Rural Economic Development Program at Edgewood College?” You can write and submit your essay on-line. Click here to access the online form. After we receive your essay it will be added to the file containing your application and transcripts.