The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (PBC) in Artisanry is for students who already have earned a baccalaureate degree and who are interested in pursuing further study in the field of ceramics. This one-year, nine-credit program is for those who want to extend learning by participating within a community of undergraduate and graduate degree-seeking students to focus on studio development.
The post-baccalaureate certificate (PBC) can assist you as you enter professional practice and/or prepare you to apply to MFA degree programs. Upon completion of the program, your application fee to a UMassD MFA may be waived, and up to 9 credits can be applied toward our MFA programs. On average, 6 credits are transferrable to other schools.
You may enter this program in the spring or fall, and all students are required to have access to a studio to work in for the duration of the program.
Course presentation and benefits
Lectures are delivered via Zoom in both synchronous and asynchronous classes
Exhibition in home communities
Brings your work up to a professional level
Learn more about this program:
To receive more information and connect with the program manager, please click on inquire now .
* Courses can vary from one to six credits; this total represents a standard 3 credit course
Accreditation:
The University of Massachusetts is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and the Charlton College of Business at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is accredited by AACSB International.
Did you know?
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has earned several awards for its online programs including:
First UMass approved as a SARA Institution in Massachusetts – September 12, 2018
UMass Dartmouth is ranked as a Tier 1 National Research University - U.S. News & World Report
Ranked 3rd for best online colleges in Massachusetts - College Choice, Affordable Colleges Online
The College of Nursing is listed among the "Best Graduate Schools" in the U.S., 98th of 1,000 - U.S. News & World Report
Ranked 10th in the nation for best online bachelor's degree in accounting - College Choice
Ranked 11th for online MBA in healthcare management programs - The Best Schools
Ranked 6th of 33 Massachusetts schools for affordability of online programs - College Choice
Ranked 26th nationally for the MS in Healthcare Management offered by Charlton College of Business - Master's Program Guide
Excellence in Online Teaching - Sloan-C Excellence Awards
Ranked 7th nationally for most affordable online colleges for bachelor's degrees - College Choice
Ranked 10th for best online master's programs in public policy nationwide - Best Colleges
Ranked in the top 11% nationally for best value college, based on return on investment. - Payscale
In the top 10 for undergraduate accounting programs inMassachusetts - Accounting Degree Review
Online MBA program ranked in the top 33% nationwide - U.S. News & World Report
Designated a Military Friendly School ® with leading practices in the recruitment and retention of students with military experience - Military Friendly
Admissions:
Graduate Studies Admission Requirements
1. Complete and submit your application online. (Complete all required fields indicated by an asterick (*).)
2. Submit $60 non-refundable application fee:
* Online application, we accept MasterCard or Visa.
3. A personal statement (minimum 300 words) explaining the applicant's career goals and motivation for the degree.
4. Professional Resume
5. 3 reference names and phone numbers
6. Submit official transcripts of all previous college or university courses for which you enrolled.
7. Candidates whose Bachelor’s degree was not earned in an approved English language country must submit either the TOEFL exam (minimum score of 80 internet-based or 550 paper-based) or IELTS exam (minimum band score of 6.5).
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Application Deadlines
Fall: Rolling (March 15 priority) Spring: Jan. 18
Plan of Study:
Financial Aid:
Your UMass Dartmouth education is an investment in your future. Your workplace may offer reimbursement for education if you check with the Human Resources Department where you work.
To be eligible for federal loans, students must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program, and be taking at least 6 credits per semester.
FAFSA application
You must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to receive UMassD need-based education loans. You must be enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program, and taking at least 6 credits per semester.
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