RCEI Clean Energy Certificate
The Clean Energy Certificate equips Master’s-level graduate students with cross-disciplinary training in engineering, policy, and economics through a clean energy scope. Developed in collaboration with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU), this 9-credit credential equips future leaders with the essential skills required to pursue public and private careers across the clean energy industry.
Eligibility
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.
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