Online Community College Leadership Advanced Graduate Certificate
The Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Community College Leadership enables students interested in advanced competency coursework to engage with relevant coursework without matriculating into the Ed. D. program.
Why choose Rowan Online's Community College Leadership advanced graduate certificate program?
A flexible online community college leadership advanced graduate certificate program
Our online Community College Leadership Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study enables students interested in advanced competency coursework to engage with relevant coursework without matriculating into the Ed. D. program. Community college leaders who have a master’s degree and experience in other higher education sectors or industry will seek out this advanced graduate certificate to gain requisite understanding of the 2-year college sector.
2025-2026 Academic Year
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Studying community college leadership online at Rowan
What You'll Learn
Rowan’s online Community College Leadership Advanced Certificate of Graduate Study program requires the completion of 12 credits (four courses).
Community college leadership online courses
- History and Context of American Community Colleges
- Community College Governance and Leadership
- Legal and Administrative Issues in Community Colleges
- Leadership and Advocacy for Community College Student Access
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
The Rowan Online Experience
You don’t have to step away from your career to earn a graduate certificate. Rowan Online offers asynchronous courses, active faculty engagement, part-time coursework and a platform that helps you stay connected to your peers and instructors when the time is right for you.
Admission Requirements
To begin the admission process for Rowan’s online community college leadership advanced graduate certificate program, you must submit the following application materials. Once you apply, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will reach out to confirm your application or notify you of any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.
- Completed online application
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Master's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
Tuition and Aid
Tuition for Rowan’s online programs reflects the high-quality instruction, faculty support and accessibility Rowan offers its students.
Upcoming virtual information sessions and events
Have questions about earning a graduate certificate online? Rowan Online offers virtual info sessions that provide a closer look at the educational leadership degree program and Rowan as a whole. Hear from faculty, connect with admissions representatives and learn how the program supports scholar-practitioners through applied research and flexible coursework.
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