Non-Degree Seeking Options

What does “non-degree seeking” mean? 

It’s simple – you can take courses without being formally admitted to a certificate or degree program.

This non-degree option is perfect if you want to: 

• Explore public health before committing to a full program 
• Enhance your professional skills 
• Pursue personal interest in public health topics 

Here’s what you need to know: 

• Course Access: You can take up to 12 credit hours that may count toward the requirements for a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Public Health or Master of Public Health with the COPH; and a maximum of six (6) credit hours may be counted toward the Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Environmental and Occupational Health. 
• Eligibility: U.S. citizens and permanent residents are welcome to apply. 
• Enrollment: We’ll place you in courses on a space-available basis after our degree-seeking students are enrolled. 
• Important Note: Some popular courses might fill up with degree-seeking students. If that happens, we can’t guarantee a spot for non-degree seekers. (Your application fee isn’t refundable, but you’re welcome to try again next semester.) 

Remember, you’ll need to submit a new application, supporting documents, and fee each semester you want to enroll as a non-degree seeking student.

Requirements

• Go to https://oaa.uams.edu to apply as a non-degree seeking student. You will need to create a new account through this online application system and complete the necessary fields. You will be prompted to pay the application fee and complete the supplemental application at this time.
• Official transcript indicating a minimum of an undergraduate degree sent directly from the institution where degree was awarded. Official transcripts should be mailed, in a sealed envelope directly from the institution to:
  UAMS Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health
  Office of Admissions
  4301 West Markham, # 820
  Little Rock, AR 72205
• A non-refundable application processing fee must be paid to the COPH, which may be paid online by filling out the online non-degree seeking application at the link above.
• Check the current application fee.

Application Deadlines

Please check the Application Deadlines.