Apply for the Aviation Financial Management Certification

Admissions Requirements 

The admissions process selects highly qualified applicants into the graduate certificate program by considering each of the following criteria in judging the overall strength of the applicant. Typically, no single criterion is used as a sole determinant for admission.

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • An undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or better (on a 4.00 scale) is required for unconditional admission
  • Aviation experience is required
  • Acceptable TOEFL/IELTS scores for applicants whose native language is not English 

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

  • Final Admissions: July 31st

Spring Semester

  • Final Admissions: November 30th

Summer Semester

  • Final Admissions: April 15th

How to Apply

Start by reviewing these application tips to walk through the process, then put together your application packet:

  • Complete online application

    • Options to select while completing the online application

    • Applicant Information - Personal Background, Emergency Contact, Residency

      Campus and Program

      > Campus: Select “West Lafayette”

      > Proposed Graduate Major: Select “Aviation Technology”

      > Area of Interest: Select “Aviation and Aerospace Management”

      > Degree Objective: Select “Graduate Certificate in Aviation Financial Management”

      > Course Delivery: Select “Select “Distance (online or off-campus location)”

  • Academic Statement of Purpose (optional, not required)
  • Personal History Statement (optional, not required)
  • Official transcripts from all institutions
  • Two letters of recommendation (including one from your current employer)
  • Resume