ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree or at least two years of college education and experience in a field such as planning, engineering, public works, utilities, resource management, commercial real estate or branches of business or marketing that require spatial analysis
• Familiarity with GIS fundamentals and spatial data formats
• Ability to use ArcGIS Desktop 10, 9, 8.x or ArcView 3.x for basic functions, such as spatial and attribute queries, map overlay and map display
• Knowledge of introductory statistics is desirable

If you need a refresher or solid foundation before beginning this program, we recommend GIS: Presentation, Analysis & Problem-Solving.

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

To enroll, international students 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 a computer that is no more than 5 years old with adequate memory, OS configuration and monitor resolution and a high-speed Internet connection. In terms of software, you’ll need Internet Explorer 5 or greater and the latest version of Firefox or Safari, and Windows Media Player. You may also need MATLAB, Maple and Microsoft Silverlight. Discounted student versions of some software are available at the UW Book Store. Visit Mediasite to see the requirements for viewing a Mediasite presentation.

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.