Apply Anytime
With a self-paced program, there is no application deadline — you can apply and start the program whenever you'd like.
Application Steps
Step 1: Gather the following materials
- A brief letter (250-word maximum) that describes your relevant experience, transferable skills, knowledge of the field and commitment to professional growth, and includes a statement that you've completed the SQL Self-Test
- A resume that highlights your education and any applicable experience
Step 2: Apply
Complete your application and submit the materials listed in step 1, along with your $50 nonrefundable application fee.
After Applying
We’ll contact you within seven business days of receiving your complete application materials to let you know if you’ve been accepted to the program.
If you’re accepted, we’ll send you details about your first course, including information on paying your course fee. Note: You have six weeks to register for your first course after being accepted. After that, you'll need to reapply to the program before you can register.
Scholarship Information
You may qualify for an income-based scholarship for this program. To learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply, visit the UWPCE Certificate Scholarship page.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have:
- Basic knowledge of SQL and an understanding of database applications and relational databases. Those who need help meeting this requirement should consider taking the Foundations of Databases course.
- Completed the SQL Self-Test
- A solid background in statistics, including a basic conceptual knowledge and familiarity with statistical concepts such as standard deviation, types of distributions, and confidence intervals. Applicants who need help meeting this requirement should consider enrolling in the Foundations of Statistics course.
- At least two years of college education
- Two years of business experience working in a mid- to large-sized organization or in the public sector
English Proficiency
If you're not a native English speaker, you’ll need to have at least basic English language skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements.
International Students
International students are welcome to apply to an online offering of this program, which doesn’t require a visa. To enroll in a classroom offering, you must have a visa that permits study in the United States. This program does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
Technology Requirements
You must have access to a computer, and we recommend a high-speed internet connection.
Earning the Certificate
You earn the certificate by adhering to the program's attendance policy and successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.