What You'll Need

Before you begin your application, please familiarize yourself with the following information that you will need to provide. The application itself will be submitted through DocuSign and the following reflects the required fields to submit your application.

Information About You

  • Name: typed in
  • Email: typed in
  • Extension Student ID (e.g. X123456): typed in
  • Highest level of schooling: select from a drop-down menu
  • GPA at last institution attended: typed in
  • Number of university level academic units: typed in
  • Years of professional work experience: typed in
  • Term you intend to enroll: select from a drop-down menu
  • Which course are you interested in completing: select from a drop-down menu

Understanding the Time Commitment

I understand that these courses require, on average, 6–9 hours of study per week outside of classroom or lecture time. Additionally, I understand I will be asked to participate in professional development workshops, which are held Live Online on occasional Monday evenings. (Provide initials to attest)

Statement of Purpose

Please address both of the following in your statement of purpose:

  • Goals

    • Please share your personal, academic and professional goals and explain how the Career Excelerator Award will help you achieve your goals.

  • Overcoming Barriers

    • The Career Excelerator Award supports students who have faced challenges in reaching their educational goals. Please share a personal story about a significant barrier you've encountered, such as, but not limited to, financial, personal, family-related, systemic or other barriers. How would receiving this award help you continue your academic and career journey.

Additional Documents

Please provide:

  • Résumé
  • Transcripts from all institutions attended (unofficial is okay)

Start Your Application

To apply, click the button below.

Spring 2026 Application Submission Deadline: January 29

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