Graduate Certificate in Comparative and International Education at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

Explore how education shapes societies across the globe with the Graduate Certificate in International and Comparative Education at the University of Kentucky. Designed for educators, researchers, and professionals seeking a deeper understanding of global education systems, this interdisciplinary program equips students with the tools to analyze educational practices, policies, and challenges in an international context.

Faculty: College of Education | Duration: 12 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

Career pathways

The graduate certificate in Comparative and International Education will prepare graduate students for careers in international education, including but not limited to education abroad, international student services, and placement in other international organizations which support the exchange of students.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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