Why ODU for Community College Leadership?

Learn from a college leadership program known for academic rigor and executive-level leadership preparation. Our courses target, build, and reinforce skills identified by the American Association for Community Colleges (AACC).

You'll study community college issues and applied problem solving with courses in:

  • institutional finance, fundraising, and resource management
  • community college politics, policy, and advocacy
  • curriculum, program development and quality assurance
  • leadership and organizational strategy

You will also complete an internship for hands-on leadership experience at a community college near you.

All credits earned in this graduate certificate in Community College Leadership can apply towards our Ph.D. program in Community College Leadership.

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Total
15 Credit Hours

This certificate includes an internship that typically takes place over the summer. You will work with an advisor to arrange the internship at a college near you.

Attend class online on a regular schedule and access course materials online from any location. Most courses meet once a week in the evening. This program requires an internship/experiential learning course. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

  • Emerging leaders in community college administration
  • Administrators who have recently transitioned to a community college from careers in other industries

Total
15 Credit Hours

This certificate includes an internship that typically takes place over the summer. You will work with an advisor to arrange the internship at a college near you.

Attend class online on a regular schedule and access course materials online from any location. Most courses meet once a week in the evening. This program requires an internship/experiential learning course. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

  • Emerging leaders in community college administration
  • Administrators who have recently transitioned to a community college from careers in other industries

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$620 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

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To take this certificate, you must be accepted into ODU as a non-degree graduate student.

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