The Joint Program in Survey Methodology is proud to celebrate the 30th anniversary of our unique and innovative program with a special event at the University of Maryland on Thursday, Nov. 2.

Event Overview:

Message from the Director

Students looking to apply for an Online Graduate Certificate should follow these guidelines:

Admission criteria established by the Graduate School:

Both domestic U.S. and international students are welcome to apply.  The program is a short but comprehensive treatment of the field at an introductory fundamental level. The program is taught at the graduate level but is significantly less intensive than the onsite M.S. program in survey methodology offered by JPSM.
 

There are three types of Online Graduate Certificates. Click the sections to open panels:

Top Five Reasons to Choose JPSM

Message from the Director

It is clear, more than ever, good data collection has a scientific base, and if applied correctly will lead to better results -- in public opinion, social science research, public policy, to name just a few.

The Joint Program in Survey Methodology offers a variety of short courses. Be sure to bookmark this new website address. Short Courses are open to the public and admission through the University of Maryland admission office is not required.

Short Courses for 2024-2025 will be delivered online through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous instruction.