Graduate Certificate in Noise Control

Overview 

The 100% online Graduate Certificate in Noise Control (NC) is designed to enhance your understanding of Noise Control Engineering processes and technologies and their applications in the industry. This certificate program meets the needs of mid-career and late-career engineers new to the area of Noise Control. The certificate is also appropriate for engineering managers who need a background in Noise Control and its implementation in emerging technologies. 

Certificate Requirements 

The Graduate Certificate in NC requires 12 credit hours. An average grade of B or higher in the two core courses and an average of B or higher overall are required.  

Core courses with low grades may be repeated once, or, for elective courses only, substitute another approved elective. This repetition or replacement will be allowed for a maximum of two courses only. 

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 NC 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: Noise Control 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 
Resident Non-Resident
Cost Per Credit Hour* $1,139 $1,459

*The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.

Contact Us  

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

FAQs

Yes. Up to three semester credits can be transferred from another university (effectively, one of four courses); the remainder must be earned at Purdue. Students should speak to their Academic Advisor once beginning the program for specific transfer criteria. 

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 12 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. 

A graduate student is expected to maintain a graduation index representing a B average (3.0/4.0 GPA) or better. A student's 12 credits of graduate coursework must be cumulatively calculated at a 3.0 or higher in order to receive the Graduate Certificate. 

For more details on policies and grading information, please visit: Policies and Procedures for Administering Graduate Student Programs - Purdue University - Modern Campus Catalog™ - see section VI for grading policies.