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Non-profit Administration Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
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Application Deadlines

Spring Admission
November 1

Summer Session 1 Admission
April 1

Fall Admission
July 1

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Turn vision into action with expertise in nonprofit leadership

Master the fundamentals of accounting and finance for nonprofit organizations with App State’s Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Administration.

As a student, you will study cost-benefit analysis, fund development, grant writing and financial management to develop the managerial tools necessary to lead healthy organizations while advancing a cause or mission that you’re passionate about.

The program also offers flexibility for you to tailor your studies to your particular field of interest, and you will complete a faculty-guided research project that is applicable to your career goals.

Learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Administration at App State.

  • Department of Government and Justice Studies

  • College of Arts and Sciences

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R2 for high research activity

App State has earned a Research 2 Carnegie Classification, recognizing the university’s high research activity and doctorate production. Learn more about App State’s R2 status

Top 5 in innovation

U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top five school for innovation for nine consecutive years.

A Best College for value

App State’s quality, affordability and student outcomes place it among the nation’s 2025 best schools for value, according to Money.com.

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Concentrations and Courses

    • Non-profit Administration Graduate Certificate

      2025–26 Course Catalog

Careers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

  • Executive Director
  • Development Officer
  • Grants Officer
  • Program Specialist
  • Program or Department Director
  • Public Affairs Specialist

Some of these roles may require education beyond a graduate certificate.

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Local, Regional, National and International Non-Profit Organizations

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International Experience

Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more

Professional Development

Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more

Graduate Assistantships

Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more

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Program Contact

Dr. Patricia Mitchell
Program Director
[email protected]
828-262-6342

Department of Government and Justice Studies

College of Arts and Sciences

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