Purdue University Northwest

What you'll study

Students must complete an introductory ethics course plus three additional courses drawn from ethics, political science and law-related offerings. Sample courses listed on the program page include:

• PHIL 11100: Introduction to Ethics
• POL 34600: Law and Society
• PHIL 32700: Environmental Ethics

Courses identified as representative of the program’s subject matter include Ethics for the Professions (PHIL 32400), Criminal Law (CRJU 44000), Women, Politics and Public Policy (POL 32600) and American Political Thought (POL 31200).

Entry requirements

The published program description does not specify formal admission prerequisites beyond being an undergraduate student; prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences or the Department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics for current enrollment details and application steps.

Career prospects

The certificate is positioned to strengthen preparation for law or graduate school by improving performance on standardized tests like the GRE and LSAT and by developing transferable analytical skills. It is also promoted as a credential attractive to students pursuing careers in politics, public policy or other roles where ethical reasoning and understanding of legal-political connections are valuable.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program page does not list specific scholarships tied to the certificate. Students should consult PNW’s central financial aid office and college-level resources for information on merit awards, need-based aid and funding opportunities that apply to undergraduate certificate students.