Mathematical Sciences Graduate Certificate
Already have a master's in another field and want to teach college-level or dual-credit math? This 18-credit graduate certificate is built to meet Ohio College Credit Plus (CCP) credentialing standards, fully online.
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Mathematical Sciences at Shawnee State University is designed for individuals who already hold a master’s degree in a field outside mathematics or a closely related discipline. This 18-credit graduate certificate allows students to complete a rigorous sequence of mathematics courses to meet the Ohio College Credit Plus (CCP) credentialing standards for teaching dual credit or college-level math courses.
The certificate is a formal recognition of graduate-level preparation in mathematical sciences and may be presented to school administrators or professional boards as evidence of completing a cohesive and rigorous program of study beyond the master’s level.
Career Outcomes
How to Apply
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At A Glance
Mathematical Sciences Graduate Certificate
Class Size
12:1
Location
Online (SSU Online Campus)
Start Date
6 entry points; next start date October 19
Why Study Mathematical Sciences Graduate Certificate at Shawnee University
Built for CCP credentialing. The 18-credit graduate-level math sequence meets Ohio's requirement for teaching dual credit. Designed for working educators. Coursework is fully online, with flexibility for teachers who have day jobs. Customizable. You build your 18 credits from a wide range of master's-level math and quantitative courses. Recognized credential. The certificate documents graduate-level mathematics preparation for school administrators or boards.
You'll complete 18 or more credits of graduate-level coursework from Shawnee State's Master of Science in Mathematics. You can shape the plan with a faculty advisor.
- 18+ credits of graduate-level mathematics from the M.S. in Mathematics catalog
- Course selections may include pure mathematics, applied mathematics, probability and statistics, and quantitative methods
- The research sequence (MATH 6996, 6997, 6998) is excluded from certificate credit
Coursework is academic by design, but builds practical capacity for teaching college-level math: applied projects model classroom scenarios and curriculum development, peer discussion brings in other educators' perspectives, and capstone-style assignments push you to communicate mathematics clearly.
- Show expertise in graduate-level mathematics
- Apply mathematical reasoning and problem-solving across diverse domains
- Teach core and advanced undergraduate mathematics courses with confidence
- Integrate theory and practice across applied, pure, and statistical mathematics
Fully online through Shawnee State Online.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Shawnee State’s tuition is among the lowest in Ohio, and the Shawnee Advantage Tuition Guarantee keeps your rate flat for four years. Scholarships including Choose Ohio First and the Pell-Eligible Free Tuition Program may also apply.
Mathematical Sciences Graduate Certificate Frequently Asked Questions
Educators or professionals who already hold a master's degree and want to qualify to teach college-level or dual-credit mathematics.
Yes. As long as you meet prerequisites and avoid the excluded research sequence, you can build an 18-credit plan with a faculty advisor.
Yes. Coursework is available online through Shawnee State Online; some courses may also run in hybrid formats.
Yes. The certificate is a formal recognition of graduate-level coursework in mathematical sciences.
Program handbook
Program details are in the Academic Catalog and at Shawnee State Online.
Accreditation
Shawnee State University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Additional information about Shawnee State’s accreditation status may be found at hlcommission.org.
