Graduate Certificate in Quantum Information Science (QIS)

This graduate certificate program will offer graduate students in STEM majors a solid foundation on quantum science and training in the interdisciplinary skills needed to pursue careers in the rapidly growing field of Quantum Information Science (QIS). QIS has revolutionized society in the past two decades, serving as the basis of emerging technologies such as medical image processing, autonomous vehicles, quantum computers, quantum-enhanced precision measurements and secure quantum communication. This program will build a sustainable and robust education pipeline that aligns with OSU Land-Grant commitments and responds to the urgent national need for a home-grown quantum-ready workforce. The goal of this certificate program is to prepare graduate students for a career in Quantum Information Science (QIS) through interdisciplinary education and cutting-edge research. This program will introduce graduate students to modern developments in quantum physics and important milestones achieved in Quantum Information Science and also provide students the foundation to contribute to the frontiers of research on real-world quantum computing platforms, such as superconducting qubits, topological qubits, trapped ions, neutral atoms and nitrogen vacancy centers.

The prospective student should obtain transcripts for bachelor’s degree(s) conferred or pending as well as for any graduate or professional coursework and upload these transcripts as part of their application (some programs may require applicants to upload transcripts from all institutions previously attended).

a GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale or the equivalent is expected in undergraduate coursework or a 3.00 in any graduate or professional coursework already completed.