The undergraduate Certificate in Computer Programming Education is an 18 credit hour program. It is designed to serve secondary school science teachers, with training needed to implement a range of computer programming related courses in their schools.
A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for admission. A minimum of four courses must be taken from UMSL. Courses may be substituted with the permission of the program director.
Students must have the following courses, take them as prerequisites, or have related background or experience. Additional areas/courses may be needed depending on specific chosen electives.
September 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
1 University Boulevard,
303 Lucas Hall,
SAINT LOUIS,
Missouri,
63121, United States
Students in their last year of high school should submit transcripts for all years completed thus far.
Students who have completed high school must submit final transcripts and degree certificates or exam results.
Students who have studied at a college or university must submit university transcripts to date. If you have completed more than 24 credit hours at a university, you do not need to submit high school transcripts.
Transcripts are required from all high schools or universities attended.
Proof of English proficiency: This can be shown with an official TOEFL, IELTS or PTE-A score. The minimum requirements are 61 iBT TOEFL, 5.5 IELTS, or 44 PTE-A.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
