Graduate Certificate in Emerging Technologies in Fintech

Admission Information

Applicants must have:

• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution 
• Official transcript with overall undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Depending on home campus chosen, a current resume may be required.

For students who do not meet the GPA requirements, a provisional admission may be made based on additional information, such as a statement of purpose and/ or interview with the applicant. 

Application deadlines

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted to your preferred home campus generally 2-4 weeks prior to the date classes start (this varies by campus) to be considered for admission.

Starting your application early will help ensure you have plenty of time to gather required materials (such as transcripts), transfer credits, and complete the University of Wisconsin System Online Admission Application. 

Find program start dates and registration dates on our important dates page. To see course offerings by semester, see the Course Schedule. 

How to Apply

Step 1: Decide which home campus you’d like to apply to. Campus partners for the Emerging Technologies in Fintech certificate are  UW-La Crosse* and UW-Parkside.
*If choosing UW-La Crosse as your home campus, please review the UW-La Crosse application process page for additional details. 

Step 2: Visit the University of Wisconsin System Online Admission Application, login or create an account, and apply to the home campus of your choice, and select “Emerging Technologies in Fintech Graduate Certificate” as the program. 

UW-La Crosse

• Apply as a “Graduate Applicant”.
• Select “Yes” when asked “Are you applying as a degree-seeking student?”, and that you would like to earn a “Graduate Degree”.
• Select “UW-La Crosse” as the campus.
• Choose “Emerging Technologies in Fintech Graduate Certificate-Collaborative” for program.

*For a limited time, UW is offering an application fee waiver to those who haven’t yet applied to the Spring, Summer or Fall 2025 semesters.  To redeem, use coupon code APPLY25 on the UW Online Application payment page.

UW-Parkside

• Apply as a “Graduate Non-Degree Applicant”.
• Select “No” when asked “Are you applying as a degree-seeking student”, and that you plan to take “Graduate” classes.
• Select “UW-Parkside” as the campus.
• Choose “Emerging Technologies in Fintech” for program.

No application fee. Skip the application fee section (not required for the certificate).

This program is not eligible for financial aid at UW-Parkside.

Step 3: Send your resume if needed and arrange to have your official college transcripts (from each institution you attended) sent to the graduate student admission office of the home campus to which you applied. 

International Guidelines

This program welcomes online students from around the world. Online students do not qualify for an F-1 Student Visa to travel to the U.S., but instead can participate in our online courses remotely. If your native language is not English and/or you attended school outside of the U.S., you will likely need to provide proof of English language proficiency and an official translation or evaluation of academic transcripts. Requirements will vary based on a student’s academic history and home campus policies. For guidance about these requirements and how they apply to your specific situation, contact your preferred home campus admissions office. 

If you would like to apply as an international student for an on-campus program in the UW System please refer to these resources through UW-HELP. 

Questions?

While you are free to apply on your own, many prospective students find it helpful to speak with an enrollment adviser first. Our staff is here to answer your questions, talk with you about your career goals, and help you decide if this program is a good choice for you. 

3 Courses. 9 Credits. 100% Online. 

Emerging Technologies in FinTech Graduate Certificate courses are available during the fall, spring, and summer semesters.  Three courses are required for completion of the certificate. There are no electives. Students must earn a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA in certificate coursework. All courses are 100 percent online and asynchronous. We’ve developed a state of the art virtual lab for students to remotely access dozens of technology tools; in addition, you’ll have access to instructors for questions and you’ll have your own personal Success Coach. 

The Graduate Certificate in Emerging Technologies in FinTech was developed with advice from industry experts across various technology disciplines to equip graduates with practical skills that allow them to pursue jobs in a variety of settings. You’ll graduate with confidence that your skills and knowledge will match employer needs and expectations.

Program outcomes are based on current industry standards and best practices.

Students completing the Emerging Technologies in FinTech certificate will be able to: 

• Apply computational systems and technologies to integrate financial processes and improve workflows. 
• Experiment with technologies for decentralized finance and blockchain applications.
• Use digital tools and techniques for analytical applications in financial organizations. 
• Utilize artificial intelligence and machine learning in financial applications.

Tuition is a flat fee of $725 per credit whether you live in Wisconsin or out of state.

There are no additional course or program fees, however, textbooks are purchased separately and are not included in tuition. You will not pay segregated fees (fees in addition to tuition that cover the cost of student-organized activities, facility maintenance, and operations) and you will not be charged a technology fee. If software or special technology is required in one of your courses, it will be provided to you and is included in your tuition. 

Financial Aid

Students enrolling in certificate programs may be eligible for financial aid. Contact your home campus financial aid office to see if you qualify for aid. 

Visit our financial aid page to learn more about FAFSA and other sources of financial aid. 

Veteran Benefits

Benefits are available to qualifying veterans and those currently serving. Contact your home campus veteran services office for details.