Online Graduate Certificate in Data Science for the Chemical Industry
Admissions
Prerequisites
For admission into the graduate certificate program, please note the following:
- All applicants are expected to have an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in engineering or hard sciences from a regionally accredited institution.
- Work experience is strongly preferred.
- If you are not familiar with computer programming in Python, or need a refresher, we recommend taking Introduction to Computing in Python prior to starting the Online Graduate Certificate in Data Science for the Chemical Industry.
Test Scores (Optional)
You may choose to submit standardized test scores, most commonly GRE or GMAT. However, this is not required for admission into the program.
Online Application
Admission is a competitive process and we carefully review all facets of your application. The information you include in your application assists our admissions committee in evaluating your potential for success in the program. Your application will not be reviewed until all of your supporting documents have been submitted, including unofficial transcripts, TOEFL scores (if applicable), and letters of recommendation. Documents submitted after the application deadline will not be reviewed.
International Students
For international graduate applicants, please review the international student’s tab for requirements.
All application materials must be submitted by the deadline — including unofficial transcripts, letters of recommendation, and TOEFL scores (if applicable).
- Fall Enrollment:
- Standard Application Deadline: March 1
- Final Application Deadline: May 1
Applications are submitted electronically and include a nonrefundable application fee. Before you start the application process, take a moment to read through the following information to help you prepare.
Information Required for Application
Personal Information
- Full legal name
- Social security number
- Permanent and current mailing addresses
- Telephone number and email address
- Gender
- Date and place of birth
- Race/ethnicity (optional)
- Professional resume
Citizenship Information
- Lawful presence (required if residing in the United States)
Academic History
- Colleges and universities attended
- Degrees earned
- Official transcripts
- Degree documents (international applicants)
Test Scores
- GRE/GMAT (optional)
- TOEFL (required for international applicants)
Letters of Recommendation
- Names and valid email addresses of three recommenders (i.e. former teachers or supervisors) who know you well and can comment on your scholarly characteristics
Additional/Supplemental Information
- Criminal and academic misconduct history
- U.S. military affiliation
- Professional certifications (if applicable)
- Relevant work experience (if applicable)
- Scholastic, professional, and community awards/recognition
- Statement of Purpose that describes why you should be considered, what experiences you can bring to the program, and what you expect to take away from the program to enhance your professional career.
Start Your Application
You can submit your application to the program at any time of the year. If you have any questions during the application process, please check our Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Student Services Team.
Please set aside sufficient time — usually about two to three weeks — for Graduate Studies to receive and process your supporting documents. We cannot guarantee applications received after the deadline will be reviewed in time for the applied semester.
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee must be paid online with a credit card or electronic check if you have a U.S. bank account. The application fee is $75 for U.S. applicants and $85 for international applicants. Your application will not be received until the fee is paid.
Status Checking
Once your application is completed and submitted, you may monitor its progress through CollegeNet’s online status check system (using the same CollegeNet user ID and password created when you applied).
Georgia Tech considers you an international applicant if you are neither a U.S. citizen nor a U.S. permanent resident, regardless of where in the world you live. Since the program is 100% online, international students applying to the program will not be offered visas. International students do not require U.S. residency to enroll in the program.
The admissions criteria applied in evaluating international applicants are essentially the same as those for U.S. citizens. All application materials, including transcripts and recommendations, must be submitted online and in English. You are also required to submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score.
International and domestic candidates that have relocated to the state of Georgia for purposes of full-time employment, as well as their spouses, may qualify for a waiver of the non-Georgia resident portion of tuition through the Economic Advantage Program. We strongly encourage all international applicants to submit application materials early to expedite the admissions process and to confirm eligibility for the Economic Advantage Program.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Applicants must submit a valid TOEFL score if:
- They are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
- They are a citizen of a country where English is not the sole official language of instruction.*
- They have not successfully completed at least one year of study at an accredited university in the United States.
*Countries where English is the sole official language of instruction include Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Belize, Canada — except Québec, Cayman Islands, Ghana, Guam, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Scotland, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Singapore, Trinidad & Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, and Wales.
TOEFL scores are valid for two years and the minimum required total score on the exam is 90 for the internet-based TOEFL exam (iBT). For more information about these tests visit the ETS official TOEFL website.
Transcripts
All applicants to the program must hold a U.S. bachelor's degree or equivalent to be considered for admission. A three-year degree is not equivalent to the U.S. bachelor's degree. Neither professional designations nor work experience will count toward the fourth year of study. We're unable to make exceptions to this policy.
The Georgia Tech Graduate Studies Office does not accept any private evaluation of academic documents. Official transcripts and degree documents must be submitted at the time of application and the Georgia Tech Graduate Studies Office will evaluate them.
The Georgia Tech Graduate Studies Office requires the following documents from international applicants:
- Official native language transcripts
- Official English translation of the native language transcript
- Official native language degree documents
- Official English translation of the native language degree document
Cost & Aid
Tuition $1,100 per credit hour*
Mandatory Fees*
Institutional Fee $172
Technology Fee $107
*Each course will be three-credit hours
All payments of tuition and fees are handled by the Bursar’s office. For deadlines and instructions on how to pay, please visit the student payment portal.
The Georgia Tech Bursar’s Office processes refunds via EFT, also known as Direct Deposit, Monday through Friday. Refunds and overpayments are electronically disbursed to the student’s checking or savings account and should be in the students account on the following day or sooner. You are not always eligible for a refund when dropping a course, so please read over the refund policy.
Education Loans
U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible for education loans. To learn more about graduate financial aid and loan programs, visit Georgia Tech’s Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Contact your employer’s human resources department for available tuition assistance programs and eligibility.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill
Effective August 1, 2011, qualified U.S. veterans may be eligible to receive financial support for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and housing. Additional information is available through the Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill Website.