RCEI Clean Energy Certificate
Discover sustainable energy solutions across technology, policy, and the economy
What is the Clean Energy Certificate?
The Clean Energy Certificate is designed to provide master’s-level graduate students with cross-training in engineering, policy, and economics through a clean energy scope. This 9-credit credential has been developed in collaboration with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) to equip future leaders with the essential skills required to pursue public and private careers within the clean energy industry.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this certificate, a student must
- Be enrolled in a Rutgers Master’s program (matriculating student)
- Have a minimum graduate student GPA of 3.0 (B average)
- Undergraduate GPA will be considered for first-year Master's students.
Program Requirements
Independent Course Review
- Courses already completed by students prior to applying for the certificate may count toward certificate requirements upon review of RCEI’s Program Coordinator.
- Students may email the Program Coordinator with course-syllabus to confirm if courses outside of the pre-approved list of courses qualify for the certificate.
How to Apply
Students interested in the Clean Energy Certificate must complete the online application. The application includes the following:
- Graduate Degree Pursuit
- Expected Graduation Date
- Unofficial Transcript
- CV/ Resume
- RU Student ID Number
- Rutgers Email
- Motivation Statement (200 words)
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis where the RCEI Program Coordinator will verify eligibility. Upon approval, coordinator will reach out to confirm admission and request a tentative list of intended courses to meet requirements.
Contact
Partners
RCEI’s partners on the Clean Energy Certificate include:
