FAQs

How much does the Cybersecurity Certificate cost?

To view the Professional and Continuing Education estimated tuition and fees rates, please visit: http://www.uvm.edu/studentfinancialservices/continuing_education_tuition_and_fees

Summer tuition is offered at a discounted rate.  Information can be found here:  http://www.uvm.edu/studentfinancialservices/summer_university_tuition_and_fees

Is financial aid available for this program?

You can view information about financial aid opportunities by visiting UVM’s Student Financial Services website:  http://www.uvm.edu/studentfinancialservices/types_aid_and_how_apply

Can I transfer credits into the Certificate Program, either from UVM or another institution?

Students may transfer one course (3 credits) from another institution to be applied to the Certificate.

If a student transfers a course from another institution to be applied to the Certificate, it will not appear on the student’s UVM transcript.

What do students use this Certificate for?

This program can help students improve or advance their career in an IT-related field, enhance their computer science skills to become a valuable employee, receive certification prior to entering or while working toward a degree in Computer Science, or prepare for graduate studies in Computer Science.

Can I complete this program as an international student?

The University cannot issue immigration documents for entry to the US for purposes of enrolling in credit courses as a non-degree student, thus you will not be able to complete this program.

Can the Certificate Program be completed entirely online?

The Cybersecurity Certificate courses are available online.

What do I do once I complete the Certificate Program?

Once a student completes the Certificate program, they must submit a completion form to receive their Certificate.  Please email Learn@uvm.edu to notify us of your completion.