Is this program connected to Yale University?

Yes. This program is an offering of the Yale School of the Environment .

Who are you looking for in potential applicants and why is the program valuable to me?

Public, private, and nonprofit professionals (and advanced students) from the Global South and industrialized nations who share an interest in creating a more sustainable chemical enterprise. This program does not require an extensive background in chemistry.

Current and next-generation practitioners around the globe eager to learn from the world’s foremost experts in their fields and alongside a worldwide network of online learners. 

Leaders and future leaders who want to champion de-fossilization and the minimization of undesired biological and environmental impacts of the chemical enterprise as it transitions in response to climate and sustainability challenges. 

What requirements do you have of applicants for admission to the program?

Please see our Admissions page which provides all application requirements for prospective applicants  

Is there an application fee?

There is no application fee. 

What is the cost of the program?

The cost of tuition for the certificate is $7,500. The cost covers instruction, all online course materials, and access to the Canvas online learning platform.  

Do I have to submit a GRE/GMAT or other standardized test score?

We do not require a GRE/GMAT score for admission. 

I am not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Can I apply?

Yes. Participants do not need a U.S. visa to enroll or participate in the program. Depending on your citizenship, you may need a visa to participate in-person in the final hybrid conference.

Will the entire certificate be conducted in English?

All certificate instruction will be conducted in English. Participants should have a high proficiency in English to fully participate in the program. Test scores are not required. 

Is financial support available?

This program does have limited scholarship availability on a competitive basis. While completing your application, you can choose to apply for scholarships. The process requires answering a scholarship-related question which we will use to determine your eligibility. Scholarships will be applied directly to one’s tuition bill over the two semesters. 

What is the application deadline and when will I hear if I have been accepted?

Applications for the 2025-2026 program will open on Saturday, March 1, 2025 and will close on Thursday, May 8, 2025 (11:59pm, EDT). The scholarship application deadline is on the same day and is submitted alongside the program application. 

After submitting my application, when can I expect to receive an admission and scholarship decision?

Program staff will work diligently to thoroughly evaluate and review each application, and intend to provide applicants with admissions decisions by Friday, June 6, 2025.

What is the weekly time commitment?

This fully online program is designed to be flexible with your work schedules and commitments. You should expect to spend 5-7 hours per week on the different types of course materials. While most of the material will be provided asynchronously, there will be a scheduled weekly 1.25-hour synchronous session with all online learners.

How are the certificate courses delivered?

All courses within the certificate and each of their modules will be delivered online through Canvas, a user-friendly online education platform. All lectures, readings, and assignments will be made available to participants on Canvas. Synchronous portions and the hybrid conference will use video-conferencing software such as Zoom or Teams.

Do I need to come to the Yale University campus in the US?

The entirety of the course will take place virtually, thus allowing participants of the certificate program to apply and participate from around the world. There will be a hybrid conference at the end of the program, held at the Yale University School of the Environment that provides an option of in-person interactions. (Travel costs are not included in the tuition.)  

Who teaches the courses?

Faculty members and experts from the Yale School of the Environment and other academic institutions and private companies will present key concepts, introduce each week, attend live discussions and advise participants throughout the program. GCCS mentors and international guests also make contributions to the program.

What kind of access will I have to the teaching team?

Online learners will have access to the teaching team through two primary points of access. The first are the recorded lectures and readings that students will have access to each week. The second includes appearances at weekly online sessions with the entire cohort of online learners in which relevant faculty will attend. 

What are the Yale resources included in the program?

Your login will give you unlimited access to the program platforms, recorded lectures, case studies, readings, articles, and more.

  • You will be able to talk online to Yale faculty members and experts face-to-face via video-conference.
  • Yale faculty members will work with you on your capstone project with the goal of having an implementable plan at the end of the program.
  • Course mentors will support you to access the course resources provided throughout the program.

Will I need to purchase any additional materials?

You will not need to purchase any additional materials. All readings will be made available via our online platform Canvas in the form of PDF documents that are downloadable to your device or via open access journal links. 

Are there any specific software or hardware requirements for this virtual certificate?

All that is technologically required to successfully participate in this program is a stable internet connection and equipment to stream lectures, access Canvas, participate in synchronous meetings and complete assignments.  

How do I talk about this with my employer?

We encourage you to enquire with your employer whether training and professional development funds may be applied to finance this program. 

I was admitted to the program. I filled out my intent to enroll, and I paid my tuition. Now what?

Given there is no work to complete prior to the start of the program, we invite you to turn your attention to some important dates. Please see the Important Dates page to learn more. 

Do I have to complete all courses to earn a certificate?

Yes. Participants must successfully complete all four online courses and the capstone project course with an average of 70% to receive their signed certificate from the Yale University School of the Environment. Additional guidelines for successful completion will be provided at the start of the program.

Do I receive college credit or a degree upon completion of this certificate?

While this certificate was built to the standards of an accredited university such as the Yale School of the Environment, neither college credit nor a degree is conferred upon completion.  

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes! Upon completion, you will receive a certificate signed by the Dean of the Yale School of the Environment certifying that you completed the program.

Do you offer organizational discounts or corporate scholarship sponsorships?

We would be happy to consider discounts and scholarship sponsorship for groups and organizations. Please contact us to discuss options.