Graduate Certificate in Civic Science Communication

Bridge the Gap Between Science and Society. Today’s biggest challenges—from climate resilience to public-health equity—depend on public trust in evidence. This certificate shows you how to translate complex data into stories that move people and policies. Help communities make equitable decisions and act on science, not misinformation.

  • 100% online, four courses total; take 1-2 courses per semester
  • No GRE required
  • Learn: Science Storytelling, Engaging & Persuading Audiences, Transformative Data Storytelling, and Advocating Science
The Capitol, Washington, D.C.

Career Outcomes

This certificate is designed for:

Researchers & scientists who want their findings to shape public conversations. Policy, nonprofit, or corporate professionals ready to champion evidence-based decisions. Graduate students & journalists seeking a credential that sharpens data-driven storytelling.

Graduates are ready to step into roles such as science-policy advisor, public-affairs specialist, data-storytelling strategist, health-communications manager, climate-advocacy communicator, and more—positions where clear science narratives influence real-world action.

Syifa Wulandari and Amml Hussein.

Ready to Share Science & Inspire Change?

Syifa Wulandari (’25) (left) is one of the first students to enroll in the Civic Science Communication Graduate Certificate Program. “The idea is to help folks learn how to communicate effectively to lay audiences,” says Amml Hussein (right), a Civic Science Fellow at COM.

Enrollment is open year-round. No GRE required. Next cohort starts soon—secure your spot today.