Graduate Certificate in Digital Signal Processing

Overview 

The 100% online Graduate Certificate in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is designed to meet the needs of mid-to-late career engineers new to the area of digital signal processing. Engineering managers who require background knowledge of AHT and its implementation in emerging technologies will also benefit.  

Certificate Requirements 

The Graduate Certificate in DSP requires 15 credit hours.  

Criteria for Admissions  

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area (Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Technology) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0). 

 Acceptance into the certificate program does NOT assure admission to the Graduate School of Purdue University to pursue an advanced degree. Those who wish to pursue a degree program along with the certificate will need to fill out two separate applications, each with a different semester start term.  

A maximum of 12 credits from the AHT certificate can be applied to a Purdue degree program. Check with the department of your intended degree program for specifics.  

How to Apply 

Apply at the Application Management page using the campus and program information below. You can return to finish an incomplete application or check the status of a submitted application using the same page. 

  • Campus: Purdue West Lafayette   
  • Major: Interdisciplinary Engineering  
  • Degree Objective: Digital Signal Processing Graduate Certificate  
  • Course Delivery: Distance (online or off-campus location)  

Required Application Materials  

2 Statements of Purpose   

Official Transcripts   

  • Official transcripts are required from all institutions attended, including transfer credits. An official transcript must be sent directly from your previous institution to Purdue using one of the submission methods below. 
  • Those with international transcripts should supply transcripts in both their original language and an English translation, if applicable.   
  • During the application process, you may upload unofficial transcripts (also referred to as personal copies of your official transcripts). You are still required to request additional official transcripts directly from your previous institution(s) by the end of your second semester to avoid registration holds. Academic progress reports and unofficial transcripts from student accounts are not acceptable for upload.  
  • Review the Graduate School's Transcript page for more information.  

To submit official transcripts:  

or   

  • Mail official, unopened transcripts directly from your previous institution to:  

Office of Graduate Admissions   
Purdue University Graduate School   
155 South Grant Street, YONG 170   
West Lafayette, IN 47907   

Resume  

  • 1 – 2 pages in length   
  • Separate your work and non-work experiences into different sections.  

English Proficiency Scores (International Applicants Only) 

Application Fee  

  • Nonrefundable $60 fee for domestic applicants and $75 fee for international applicants 
  • Review the Graduate School's Application Fee page for more information 

Application Deadlines  

Fall  

Spring  

Summer  

August 1  

December 1  

May 1 

Contact Us 

  • Prospective Students: Please email poapply@purdue.edu.  
  • Current Students: Please reach out to your Academic Advisor. 

FAQs

Yes. Students can take a maximum of 12 credit hours as a non-degree student and utilize them for a certificate or advanced degree program. Students should ensure they are selecting courses that fit within their desired program’s curriculum.  

Yes. Students can utilize the courses they took within their certificate program for a master’s degree program. A maximum of 15 credits from the DSP certificate can be applied to a Purdue degree program. Check with the department of your intended degree program for specifics.  

Acceptance into the certificate program does NOT assure admission to the Graduate School of Purdue University to pursue an advanced degree. Those who wish to pursue a degree program along with the certificate will need to fill out two separate applications, each with a different semester start term.