The Online Graduate Certificate in Liberal Studies is intended to help people to continue advance their skills in the areas of communication, research, and critical thinking. Course work focus on: communication, decision making, research and data analysis, effective collaboration, diversity and inclusion, and social/historical awareness. The certificate's flexible curriculum allows students to easily tailor highly individualized programs of study at their own pace.
All courses are designed by faculty and offered online as 8-week, 3-credit courses. Courses are offered over the academic year and summer.
View the full course offerings here.
Please note that federal financial aid is not available for certificate programs, but other financial resources may be available on the Financial Aid page.
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If you plan to complete a University of Kentucky online program while living outside of Kentucky, you should check the Out-of-State Students page to determine if the University of Kentucky is authorized to provide this program in your state of residence. If you plan to use the degree to seek licensure, you should also determine if the degree meets the educational requirements for licensure in your state.