• Accounting
• Computational Science
• Environmental Studies
• Graduate Certificate in Children's Literature
• Gerontology
• Nursing Education

• Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL)
• Technical and Scientific Writing
• Translation and Court Interpreting (English-Spanish)
• Women's Studies

Do you have to be a matriculated student to take Open University Certificate programs?
You do not have to be matriculated to SDSU to attend Open University Certificate programs. In fact, Open University Certificate programs are not open to students currently enrolled at SDSU.

Are the courses for credit, and can they be applied toward a degree?
The credit earned for open university classes is non-matriculated resident credit. Twenty-four units of non-matriculated resident credit may be applied toward an SDSU undergraduate degree.

Financial Aid Options
CES students are encouraged to check with various banks, credit unions, and lending institutions - many of which now offer private alternative loan programs for continuing education. If you are an SDSU matriculated student you may also wish to check with the SDSU financial aid office at (619) 594-6323. For additional information, please contact the CES registration office at (619) 594-7116.

How do I sign up?
To obtain an application form and brochure, please call the certificate programs department at (619) 594-6255. You will then need to contact the SDSU department academic advisor and determine a plan of study. All available classes are published in the University's course bulletin. A $35 application processing fee will be charged. Please make checks payable to SDSU Foundation.

Are Open University Certificate programs available for international students?
International students who have satisfied the prerequisites may apply for admission to an Open University Certificate program. A TOEFL score of 550, or its equivalent, is required. However, Open University Certificate programs are not available to international students with an I-20 visa issued by another university. Contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for more information.

What is the cost?
Open University Certificate programs cost $197 per unit.

• Learn relevant skills for a new career
• Increase job knowledge to justify a promotion
• Network with other professionals
• Obtain Professional or Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Stay current in your profession
• Prepare for qualifying career examinations
• Obtain practical, cutting-edge knowledge
• Explore a new career field