Weather and Climate Sciences

Weather and Climate Sciences

Program Number: 908062CERT

Your Degree:

Certificate

Area of Study:

Science, Math and Natural Resources

Delivery Method:

100% In Person
Some Online/Some In Person

Estimated Time to Complete:

10 Credits | Finish in 1 semester

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Estimated Program Cost

$2,079.80

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Program Overview

The Weather and Climate Certificate is for students interested in starting their educational journey in atmosphere studies.
These courses are designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of meteorology, climatology, weather observation, experimentation, and weather map analysis.
All classes are taught by practicing meteorologists and count towards an associate degree in University Transfer - Science, Math, and Technology.
Transfer Opportunities
Look into transfer opportunities to UW-Madison, UW-Milwaukee, and other four-year colleges and universities, and continue your degree work in atmospheric and climate sciences.
Flexible Course Offerings
As a Weather and Climate student at Madison College, you’ll have the opportunity to explore and learn in the classroom, lab, and outdoors.
Attend classes full- or part-time. Take classes at our Madison Truax and Goodman South campuses.
Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
Required Courses
20-806-245
Weather And Climate
3 credits
20-806-248
Weather and Climate Laboratory
1 credit
20-806-250
Climate and Climate Change
3 credits
Additional Course List
Students must complete a minimum of 3 credits from the following:
20-806-246
Survey of Oceanography
3 credits
20-806-252
Natural Hazards
3 credits
20-806-255
Aviation Meteorology
3 credits
*Students may choose to complete an independent studies project/course with a related topic for up to 3 credits in place of one of the courses on this list.
*Students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher may choose to complete an honors project in Meteorology for up to 3 credits in place of one of the courses on this list.
Admission
Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set and add professionalism to your resume. Applications are always open, so apply today!
To Apply
There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.

International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Application Dates
Fall 2025
Application open
Application completion deadline is October 15, 2025
Spring 2026
Application available on September 15, 2025
Application completion deadline is March 15, 2026
Additional Notes
Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid
Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis
Students who have already completed the certificate coursework at the time of application will receive the certificate diploma at the end of the term of application
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Weather and Climate Sciences career.
It's Free to Apply
Career Outcomes
With the Weather and Climate Sciences certificate, you will:
Make weather observations
Analyze weather maps
Explore the fundamentals of our changing climate
Gain a foundation in the behavior of our atmosphere including formation of clouds; precipitation, and storms
Be ready to continue studies in weather and climate sciences