About
Details at a Glance
School Type
Private
Application Fee
$55
Financial Aid Available
Yes
Our Program
With over 20 credential, master's and doctoral programs, including programs at our additional campus locations, we welcome students who seek to make an impact and who are committed to serving those most in need.
If you are thinking of developing or advancing your skills in the fields of education, counseling psychology, leadership, research or advocacy the USF School of Education has these distinctive assets to offer:
Quality: Academic rigor and excellence have been USF’s trademarks since 1855.
Commitment to diversity and social justice: Our classes combine extensive exploration of theoretical knowledge in a diverse classroom setting with purposeful action, including outreach activities.
Supportive and personalized environment: With small classes, dedicated faculty who are available to students, caring staff, and numerous USF services, we are committed to student success.
Incomparable setting: Our diverse San Francisco Bay Area community, where cultural and artistic events abound, is sure to stimulate your own creativity and desire to learn.
USF’s School of Education offers credential, master’s and doctoral programs, each uniquely designed to prepare teachers, counselors and leaders in a way that promotes long-term success and strengthens the community.
Available Programs:
MASTER’S/MASTER’S WITH CREDENTIAL PROGRAMS
Catholic Educational Leadership
Counseling Psychology—Marriage and Family Therapy
Counseling Psychology—School Counseling with Pupil Personnel Services Credential
Educational Technology
Higher Education and Student Affairs
Human Rights Education
International and Multicultural Education
Organization and Leadership
Special Education—with Mild/Moderate
Specialist Credential
Special Education—with Mild/Moderate
Teaching Credential with Master’s in Teaching
Teaching Credential with Master’s in Teaching—San Francisco Teacher Residency
Teaching Credential with Master’s in Teaching—Urban Education and Social Justice
Teaching Credential with Master’s in Teaching Reading
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Transformative School Leadership with Administrative Services Credential
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
Catholic Educational Leadership
International and Multicultural Education
Learning and Instruction
Organization and Leadership
Transformative School Leadership with Administrative Credential
Admissions
Application Fee
$55
Requirements
- Certified Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Resume
- Tests - All EDD programs require the GRE
- Tests - some Credential programs require the Basic Skills and CSET
Additional Requirements
As a practice, the School of Education takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications. We assess each applicant with a balanced consideration, looking at their life experiences, personal attributes, and academic metrics. We also evaluate how applicants may contribute to the school and to their chosen field, and consider whether applicants are aligned with the mission of the school and program.
Application Deadline
Please refer to our deadlines page for details.
We encourage applicants to apply by the priority deadline, however, applications are accepted after the priority deadline on a space available basis. The application will remain open until the program is full.
Student Body
Total Students
1,044 Students
Inclusion
- Dedicated Diversity Office
- USF ranked 3rd in ethnic diversity - U.S. News & World Report, 2019
- USF ranked 14th in international student enrollment - U.S. News & World Report, 2019
- USF was listed as a Tier One National University U.S. News & World Report, 2018
- USF ranked 7th on the “College City Gets High Marks” list The Princeton Review, 2019
- USF ranked 7th on the “College City Gets High Marks” list The Princeton Review, 2019
Clubs & Associations
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What Our Students Say
Although I'm new to the school counseling world, this program has given me confidence in my abilities through the support I receive from my classmates, professors, advisors and supervisors. The School Counseling program offers rigorous learning at both the head and the heart level.
Kenneth Chargois, Master of Arts in Counseling: School Counseling ‘19The MAT program at USF has challenged my own preconceptions of what it means to be an educator and has opened my eyes to the diverse needs of students not only as scholars, but also as human beings worthy of dignity.
Jonathan Chin, Master of Arts in Teaching with Credential ‘19I appreciate the fieldwork experience and application of our studies into the field. It makes for a well-rounded experience, which I was looking for in a graduate program.
Maile Yee, Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs ‘17
Although I'm new to the school counseling world, this program has given me confidence in my abilities through the support I receive from my classmates, professors, advisors and supervisors. The School Counseling program offers rigorous learning at both the head and the heart level.
The MAT program at USF has challenged my own preconceptions of what it means to be an educator and has opened my eyes to the diverse needs of students not only as scholars, but also as human beings worthy of dignity.
I appreciate the fieldwork experience and application of our studies into the field. It makes for a well-rounded experience, which I was looking for in a graduate program.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Additional Information
- Financial Aid Available
- Application Fee Waivers Available
- Scholarships Available
Location & Contact
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