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Center for International Studies
Yamada International House
56 E. Union St.
Athens, Ohio 45701
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War and Peace Studies Graduate Certificate

War and Peace Studies Graduate Certificate

There has been a recent and dramatic spike in demand for graduates with competencies in various areas related to war, conflict, security, peace and justice.

The Graduate Certificate in War and Peace Studies provides students with the opportunity to take classes in war, conflict, security, peace and justice from an interdisciplinary perspective. 

This interdisciplinary certificate complements many graduate degrees at the university. The certificate is open to students from any department or school.

 

Career Opportunities

War and Peace Studies students have earned competitive internships and careers at the U.S. Department of State, congressional offices, the U.S. military, the Peace Corps, and non-governmental organizations like Amnesty International and The Carter Center.

 

Alumni have also pursued graduate studies at prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics and the Institut d’études Politiques de Paris.

Admission Requirements

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The certificate program only accepts students who have been admitted to an advanced degree program at Ohio University. The War and Peace Studies Certificate Director determines acceptance to the program.

Prospective applicants must prepare an application for submission to the War and Peace Studies Certificate Director at Yamada International House or via email at international.studies@ohio.edu to obtain the signature of the Certificate Director. The application must include:

  • Completed Application for Update of Graduate Academic Program. This form is available on the Graduate College website. See Add Additional Certificate.
  • Undergraduate and/or Graduate Transcript
  • Resume/CV: This should list information about your academic background, professional and/or internship experience, and academic and/or professional accomplishments (such as conference presentations, publications, internships, volunteer work, prizes, honors, awards, etc.).
  • Statement of Purpose: This two-page statement should discuss your educational and professional goals and how the War and Peace Studies Certificate will help you meet those goals. Applicants should be specific in discussing aspects of their background that have led them to the program and how the program can support their future professional and/or academic goals.

The completed application, including the signature of the War and Peace Studies Certificate Director, should then be submitted to the Graduate College at Ohio University.

International Students

This certificate program alone does not permit full-time enrollment in residence at Ohio University, and an I-20 cannot be issued based on admission to this certificate. However, this certificate can be completed during any Ohio University graduate program and an I-20 may be issued based on admission to that degree program.

Certificate Requirements

Full Certificate Requirements and Courses in the Official Academic Catalog

The certificate requires a minimum of 16 credit hours for completion. Students should complete one core course and three thematic courses.

For More Information

Contact: Dr. Jonathan Agensky