Building on NC State's strengths in technology, computational methods, and geographic information systems (GIS), this program provides professional, graduate-level academic preparation in the advanced application of GIS technologies to a wide spectrum of disciplines, including economics, public health, emergency planning and response, land use planning, environmental resources, etc. The certificate, which is also available to current NC State students enrolled in non-GIS graduate programs, forms the basis for the Master of Geospatial Information Science and Technology.

Admissions Requirements

Admission to the certificate program requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with at least a 3.0 GPA. Students with less than a 3.0 undergraduate GPA may still be considered for admission based on the remaining criteria or may be recommended to take one of our graduate courses as a non-degree student first. These determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis. All applicants must submit:

• Transcript showing Bachelor's degree conferred
• A clear and concise personal statement/statement of interest
• A resume/CV

Current NC State students in other degree programs may also be eligible to earn the certificate. These students should contact the Center for Geospatial Analytics for more information on how to apply. 

Other relevant information

Up to 12 credit hours of B or better grades from the Certificate can transfer into the MGIST program if/when a student applies and is accepted into that program.

Plan Requirements

Elective Courses

Faculty