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Discover the cutting-edge ENGAGE VR Creator Certificate, tailored to meet the surging demand for skilled professionals in the rapidly evolving educational technology landscape. By seamlessly integrating VR innovations with educational methodologies, this program revolutionizes learning experiences, allowing students to explore intricate concepts within an immersive, three-dimensional environment.

Aligned with the broader digital transformation in education, our certificate empowers learners with a distinct advantage in today's technology-driven job market. Investing in this program is a strategic move towards staying ahead in the competitive landscape of education and workforce development.

Elevate your skills, shape the future of education, and carve your path to success with the ENGAGE VR Creator Certificate.

Program Highlights:

  • Experiential Learning in the Metaverse
  • Course Software Platform Endorsed by Industry Leaders: The ENGAGE VR has been adopted by leading organizations such as Pfizer, 3M, Lenovo, KIA, and many more!
  • Career Opportunities Abound: Graduates of this program will be well-prepared to embark on fulfilling careers in fields such as education, healthcare, architecture, and more, where VR transforms how we interact and learn.
  • Courses offered in an 8-week format.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition per credit hour $558.50
Instructional Support Fee per credit hour $25.00

Tuition and fees listed are subject to change and do not include all possible charges. Additional fees may apply. Please refer to the master class schedule for individual course charges.

Program Structure

Please note that students are not required to have VR headsets to be successful in the program. Student will have to purchase an enterprise license through Optima ED to complete the certificate. Students can find out more about the Optima ED license on the Optima ED website.

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
PCS 6103 VR Experiences I 3
PCS 6113 VR Experiences II 3
  Total Hours: 6

Admissions Process

Applications for the degree programs are reviewed three times a year. The application deadlines for those semesters are as follows:

  • Fall Semester – August 1
  • Spring Semester – December 1
  • Summer Semester – May 15

Graduate Admissions

  1. Submit an online application. You will choose ENGAGE VR Creator as your program of interest and Online Education as your campus.
  2. One official transcript showing bachelor’s degree or progress toward degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)
  3. One official transcript showing ALL work after bachelor’s degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)
    • Electronic transcripts should be sent to: gradapps@grad.msstate.edu Mississippi State University, Graduate School. Only one copy of an electronic transcript is required.
    • Paper Transcripts Address (USPS):
      Mississippi State University
      The Office of the Graduate School
      P.O. Box G
      Mississippi State, MS 39762
    • Physical Street Address (for DHL, Fed Ex, UPS, DHS, etc.):
      Mississippi State University
      The Office of the Graduate School
      175 President Circle
      116 Allen Hall
      Mississippi State, MS 39762
  4. Pay $60 non-refundable application processing fee

Academic Advising

After gaining admission to the university, you must contact your assigned advisor to determine the courses most appropriate to take. Before the upcoming semester, your advisor will send an email to your MSU email account, making course recommendations based on your program of study.

Mississippi State University uses email as its official means of communication with all MSU students. Please check your MSU email account (NetID@msstate.edu) daily. Information on setting up your MSU email can be found at the link for student services.

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Dr. Ryan Walker

College of Professional and Continuing Studies

  • Academic Advisor

Contact Information

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Dr. Ryan Walker

College of Professional and Continuing Studies

  • Associate Professor
  • Academic Advisor
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Samantha Clardy

Enrollment & Onboarding Coach

  • General Program Questions
  • Assistance with Admissions Process & Requirements
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Anusha Rijal

Retention & Engagement Coach

  • Current Student Inquires
  • Academic & Support Services Assistance