Northwestern offers a wide variety of academic programs, including many degree programs, certifications, and non-credit options. Use the glossary below to learn more about these program and certification types.
Program is a structured, specialized training sequence designed to help individuals gain domain specific knowledge, targeted competencies, or credentials for career advancement or personal development; these programs are open to those holding a high school diploma or equivalency (or higher).
CLE credits can be earned through Northwestern Law professional development programs. It is available for participants in most states that have mandatory CLE requirements. Northwestern Law will apply for accreditation in most states. Learn more about the accreditation and credit application process.
CME credits can be earned through Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine professional development programs.
Earned by completing graduate-level courses for academic credit; open to qualified applicants who meet admission requirements.
A Non-Credit Certificate program is a structured, specialized training sequence designed to help professionals gain domain specific knowledge, targeted competencies, or credentials for career advancement or personal development; these programs are open to participants of all backgrounds - no prior degree required.
A Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program is a structured, specialized training sequence designed to help professionals gain domain specific knowledge, targeted competencies, or credentials for career advancement or personal development; these programs are open to those holding a bachelor’s degree (or higher).
Earned by completing graduate-level courses for academic credit; open to qualified applicants who meet admission requirements.
Earned by completing graduate-level courses for academic credit; open exclusively to currently enrolled TGS students.
