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Admissions & Cost

Applications for the 2026-2027 admissions cycle are now open.

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    Who Should Apply

    Our online program is ideal for individuals who are passionate about using data science to address environmental challenges, particularly those from the Global South. It is well-suited for:

    • Professionals in environmental science, sustainability, or related fields
    • Recent graduates looking to enhance their data science skills
    • Professionals seeking to pivot into the environmental data science sector
    • Anyone committed to making a positive impact on global environmental issues through data-driven solutions


    Whether you're just starting your career or looking to specialize, our program provides the tools and knowledge needed to make a meaningful difference.

    Admissions Dates

    22 May

    Application Opens

    25 Jun

    Information Session

    • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    • Online, Eastern Time
    09 Jul

    Applications Close

    • 11:59pm Eastern Daylight Time
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    Tuition & Payments

    The tuition for the 2026/2027 academic year is $6,300. 

    There is no application fee.

    Tuition payment is due: August 22, 2026, 11:59 p.m. EDT 

    September 8, 2026, 11:59 p.m. EDT  
    Last day to withdraw from the program and receive a full refund.

    September 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. EDT 
    Last day to withdraw from the program and receive a partial refund.

    Tuition Discounts

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    Financial support is available and awarded on a competitive basis. The Environmental Data Science online certificate program offers two types of tuition discounts:

    • Three Cairns Fellowship (full or near-full tuition support)
    • Partial tuition discounts

    Three Cairns Fellowship

    The Three Cairns Fellowship provides a limited number of full scholarships and aims to expand access to YSE online certificate programs for individuals working on climate solutions in the Global South. Individuals admitted to this competitive program receive full or nearly full tuition support for their participation. Eligible candidates must:

    • Possess primary citizenship from a country in the Global South
    • Have professional and/or academic experience relevant to climate solutions
    • Are actively working on climate solution implementation in your home country and/or region.

    Recipients of the Three Cairns Fellowship are responsible for a $100 enrollment fee.

    Application Process for Tuition Discounts

    Applications for all tuition discounts are included in the general application for the Environmental Data Science online certificate program. If you are selected for a tuition discount, you will receive an award letter with your admissions decision.

    Application Process

    Applications will be reviewed after the admissions window closes on July 15th, 2026. Decision letters regarding admission and scholarships will be emailed by July 24th 2026. All application materials must be submitted by July 15th, 2026 to be considered for admission.   

    Application Materials

    • Completed online application form
    • Resume or CV - Maximum three pages

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    Technical Requirements

    Learners must have a high proficiency in English in order to learn from the written and recorded presentations, complete written assignments and engage in thoughtful discussion with peers and instructors during live sessions. You will be asked to rate your English skills in the online application. Test scores are not required, but you will have the opportunity to share any test scores during the application process.

    Participation in this online program will require consistent access to: 

    • A computer, laptop, or tablet capable of playing audio and video
    • Internet connection (recommended speed at least 600 kbps)
    • A web camera and microphone to participate in online meetings
    • Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel (or equivalent programs)
    • Personal Google and GitHub accounts, which are required to participate in the certificate program

    Equipment and software are the responsibility of the participant and will not be provided by Yale University.

    Participant data will be governed by Google’s and GitHub’s respective Terms of Service and Privacy Policies, rather than those of Yale University.

    Yale University’s Nondiscrimination Statement

    Yale University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and affirmatively seeks to attract to its faculty, staff and student body qualified persons of diverse backgrounds. 

    In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.