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Program Summary
Summer 2023
Fall 2023
Spring 2024
COST AND CREDITS
Strike with confidence in your fundraising career
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that projected job growth in the United States will increase 15 percent between 2016 and 2026 -- 7 percent higher than the average growth rate. Average salaries for those employed in fundraising are significantly higher than those in other positions within nonprofit organizations. According to the National Center for Charitable Statistics there are more than 1.5 million registered nonprofit organizations – nearly all dependent on raising contributed income through fundraising efforts. Educational institutions, health, human services, relief agencies, arts and religious organizations are all reliant on donated funds to serve their beneficiaries, therefore, knowledgeable fundraisers are needed to direct these efforts. Gear up with our graduate certificate, and embark with confidence in a career in fundraising.
Application Requirements
- CV
- Personal statement
- Compose a statement of purpose which explains why you wish to pursue your certificate in Fundraising and Development. - Writing sample (optional)
Curriculum
Required Courses
- AAD 521 Nonprofit Board Governance (1 credit hour)
- AAD 625: Financial Management for the Arts (3 credit hours) or
AAD 626 Financial Management for Fundraising (3 credit hours) - AAD 640 Principles of Fundraising (3 credit hours)
- AAD 740 Fundraising Techniques (3 credit hours)
Core credit hours total 10.
Electives (choose one of the three options below)
- AAD 542 Grant Writing for Nonprofit Organizations (3 credit hours)
- AAD 555 Fundraising: Identifying and Cultivating Individual Donors (3 credit hours)
- AAD 745 Venture Philanthropy (2 credit hours)
Elective credit hours total 3.
AAD or other courses selected in consultation with advisor and by departmentl approval.
Federal Financial Aid and Certificate Programs
Please note that federal financial aid is not available for certificate programs, but other financial resources may be available on the Financial Aid page.
Contact
College of Fine Arts
205 UK Fine Arts Building
Lexington, KY 40506
859.257.9616
Students Residing Outside of Kentucky
If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Out of State Student page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state.