Global citizenship
Certificate, undergraduate
Overview
Prepare to engage in a connected world
The global citizenship undergraduate certificate equips students with the skills needed to navigate a diverse and interconnected world. Through multidisciplinary coursework, you will develop cultural awareness, effective communication and collaboration skills to work with colleagues, clients and communities from varied cultural, ethnic, political and linguistic backgrounds.
The program combines international studies, languages, history, political science and intercultural communication to provide students with both theoretical understanding and practical applications of global citizenship. By completing this certificate, students are prepared to enter a multicultural workforce and engage thoughtfully and effectively with global challenges.
Develop skills for global engagement
Degree fit
This certificate could be a good fit if you:
- Want to analyze global issues from international and multicultural perspectives.
- Seek to improve communication and collaboration skills across cultures.
- Are interested in working in international or cross-cultural environments.
- Plan to study languages, international studies, or global policy.
- Aim to enhance professional readiness in a connected world.
Career outcomes
Current job openings
4,133 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Regulatory Affairs Managers • Compliance Managers • Loss Prevention Managers • Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers
$102,264 - Political Scientists
$137,202 - Postsecondary Political Science Teachers
$87,482
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
- Attend AsiaPop! events
- Become a language partner through the International Programs Office
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements at our Admissions website to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.