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Certificates

Certificates offer focused, advanced study that can be as intensive as a degree program. These flexibly scheduled programs are appropriate for graduate school preparation and career advancement. 

Certificates may be started during the Summer Session.

Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology

This program will help you develop skills in the core sciences related to environmental biology such as chemistry, biology, earth sciences, statistics, and conservation biology; as well as advanced class work in ecology, evolution, organismal biology or environmental policy.
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Narrative Medicine

With the academic study of Narrative Medicine, you will be a pioneer in a field committed to improving the quality of healthcare worldwide.
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Quantitative Studies for Finance

This program will prepare you for graduate study in mathematics and statistics of finance and financial engineering.
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Note for Columbia Students

Except in the case of an approved dual-degree program, coursework cannot be applied toward the completion of more than one degree or certificate program.

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Visit the Admissions page to review program requirements and deadlines, or start your application.

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