Sustainable Food Systems Graduate Certificate
The future of food security starts with the decisions we make today. By gaining expertise in sustainable food systems, you can help lead the change that's needed for tomorrow.
- Offered 100% Online.
- 1 year
- 13 credit hours
- No thesis required
- No foreign language credits required
Nourish the Future
Our Sustainable Food Systems Graduate Certificate at East Texas A&M University is designed to empower you to drive meaningful change in global food security. By combining advanced agricultural techniques with sustainable practices, you’ll train to lead the creation of resilient, equitable food systems that tackle the challenges of food insecurity, climate change and resource management. Join us in working to shape a sustainable food future.
Spring 2026 Graduate Flex Term.
What Are My Job Opportunities?
Completing the Sustainable Food Systems Graduate Certificate can help you prepare for a wide range of careers in sustainable agriculture, food security, policy development and environmental management.
Careers Possibilities
Current Median Salaries from US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023
Program Details
Our program aims to equip you with the expertise to develop and implement innovative, sustainable food systems that address global food security and environmental challenges.
What Might I Learn?
You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a number of key areas.
Sustainable Agriculture Practices
Master innovative farming techniques that promote soil health, resource efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Food Systems and Public Health
Explore how sustainable food systems contribute to better nutrition and overall community health, enhancing quality of life.
Climate Change and Food Systems
Understand the impact of climate change on food production and learn strategies for supporting climate-resilient food systems.
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Gain expertise in managing food supply chains that minimize waste, reduce environmental impact and ensure sustainability.
Taking Classes
Designed for working professionals, our program offers a flexible, fully online format to help you advance your career. Learn from anywhere, at your own pace, while balancing your professional and personal commitments.
For an up to date list of course offerings, locations and times, please check the schedule of classes, which is subject to change.
Curriculum
Our Sustainable Food Systems Graduate Certificate offers a rigorous and practical curriculum designed to prepare you to tackle the complex challenges of global food security. Develop your foundational knowledge in sustainable agriculture, food policy and climate-resilient food systems with hands-on learning and real-world applications.
Finding My Community
We believe that education thrives in an environment where collaboration, support and mutual respect flourish. Our community of students and professors embodies these values, creating an enriching and dynamic atmosphere for learning and growth. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives to the table. Our professors are not only experts in their respective fields but also dedicated mentors who are committed to guiding and nurturing the next generation of scholars.
Maggie R. Pfeiffer Salem, Ed.D.
Alum Faculty
Robert “Bob” Williams, Ph.D.
Alum Faculty
Desire Djidonou, Ph.D.
Faculty
Student Organizations
Our campus has many ways to engage and get involved.
At East Texas A&M, you can connect with student organizations that strive to enrich your academic and professional journeys. Connect with groups that focus on sustainable agriculture, food security, environmental sustainability and community outreach, offering valuable opportunities for networking, practical experience and leadership in the field of sustainable food systems.
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Financing My Future
Financial Aid
Financial aid includes a variety of programs, like scholarships, federal and state grants, and federal and state work-study programs. Find out how you may be eligible for scholarships, grants, loans and/or a graduate assistantship. Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Enhance your expertise through on-campus employment opportunities.
Graduate Assistant/Research/Teaching
Graduate assistant teaching (GAT), graduate assistant research (GAR), and graduate assistant non-teaching (GANT) assistantships at East Texas A&M offer financial support and professional development for graduate students. Assistantships are available in academic and non-academic departments.
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East Texas A&M is one of the most affordable colleges around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Our tuition rates are some of the most competitive in Texas.
$3,669
for Texas residents
/
$7,341
For non-residents
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,669 for Texas residents and $7,341 for non-residents. But don’t worry: there are
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- Online Courses ($50 per hour)
- Remote Locations ($20 per hour)
- Lab Fees ($5 – $30 per course)
How Do I Get Started?
If you have not already done so, complete the Request Information form. You will be connected with your enrollment specialist, who can answer your questions. When you’re ready, go ahead and follow the steps below to apply.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must first meet the following criteria.
- GPA minimum 2.5
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Admission Process
Once admitted, you must:
- Earn a 3.0 GPA on all required coursework (No course substitutions may be applied on graduate certificates)
- Submit a Completion of Certificate Request while taking your final graduate certificate courses.
Note: This program is currently not available to international students.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- Within two business days of your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
- If your transcripts are already on file with the Graduate School or if your degree was awarded by this university, you do not need to submit new transcripts.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
I Still Have Questions
We are here to help! Send us an email. We can answer your questions and assist you in the application process.
Contact the Department
- College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources
- 903.886.5358
- 903.886.5990
- [email protected]
- P.O. 3011 | Commerce, TX 75429-3011