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Directory
- Dean's Office, 422-6525
- Catholic Educational Leadership Program, 422-6226
- Center for Child and Family Development, 422-6868, 422-2137
- Counseling Psychology Department, 422-6868
- Curriculum Resource Center, 422-2292
- Digital Media & Learning Program, 422-5290
- Institute for Catholic Educational Leadership, 422-6226
- International and Multicultural Education Department, 422-6878
- Department of Leadership Studies, 422-6226, 422-6551
- Learning and Instruction Department, 422-6289
- Organization and Leadership Program, 422-6551
- Special Education Internship Program, 422-2099
- Teacher Education Department, 422-6481
- Upward Bound, 422-6476
General Objectives
The School offers certificate, master's, and doctoral programs in seven areas: Counseling Psychology, International and Multicultural Education, Learning and Instruction, Organization and Leadership, Catholic Educational Leadership, Teacher Education, and Educational Technology. Many of the School's masters and credential programs are also offered at a number of regional Campuses throughout the greater Bay Area.
All activities of the School seek to link instruction, research, and service in a manner which reflects the intellectual, ethical, and service traditions of a Jesuit institution: to honor education as an instrument for the full growth of individuals, and to commit to further standards of excellence in academic and service programs. The pervading philosophy implicit in the School's planning and developing efforts affirms hope in the human effort to achieve a better society and demonstrates a commitment to ameliorate social conditions that are obstacles to justice for all.
The School of Education attracts experienced professionals who wish to acquire new skills and to enhance their leadership capabilities. Most courses are taught on weekday evenings and Saturdays. The scheduling of courses meets most students' needs and reinforces the School's commitment to use student experiences as a resource for learning. Many of our Master's and Doctoral degree programs are designed specifically for students seeking credentials or licensure in a wide array of teaching, counseling psychology, and school administration areas. The School is particularly committed to providing programs responsive to the needs of the racially, ethically, and linguistically diverse population of the San Francisco Bay Area, though its interest extends beyond this region. This commitment is reflected in programs that prepare students to assume leadership roles in public, private and independent schools, colleges and universities, mental health and counseling centers, human service and government agencies, and corporations.
Mission and Goals
The School of Education offers credential and graduate programs designed to meet the needs of aspiring and practicing educators, counselors, and leaders. Marked by its urban setting, the School reaches out and contributes to the several communities we serve.
By valuing the individual, the School provides a caring, interactive, and academically challenging climate through:
- Instilling a passion for knowledge, wisdom, and justice
- Fostering a desire to celebrate a modern, multicultural world
- Building a commitment to creativity and compassion
- Heightening ethical standards
- Developing the intellect
- Enhancing professional skills
To these ends, we foster a community marked by the commitment of the Jesuit, Catholic urban university to issues of justice and intellectual rigor. We maintain a community that supports faculty, students, staff, alumni, and friends in accomplishing their lifelong learning goals.
In an effort to outline more specific knowledge, behaviors, and sentiments with which any student should leave a School of Education program, and to provide a more tangible statement of student growth implied in the Mission statement, the School of Education identifies the following seven goals for all program graduates. Each program elaborates these goals into learning outcomes specific to their program objectives and content, and the curricular depth of each goal varies depending on whether the program culminates in a credential, a master's degree, or a doctoral degree:
Apply research and inquiry skills
- Conducts thorough, high quality information searches
- Understands prominent research methodologies
- Reads and uses empirical research
- Applies research to professional practice
Show sensitivity to persons of different cultures and backgrounds
- Communicates to persons of different cultures and backgrounds
- Understands cultural and ethnic differences that can affect teaching, learning and human interaction
- Shows awareness of the necessity for just, inclusive, and ethnically sensitive language
Follow ethical standards in academic and professional work
- Understands and applies ethical standards in research
- Shows sensitivity to the ethical and moral considerations underlying professional decisions
- Can focus school communities and agencies on local, national, and global needs of different culture and ethnic groups
- Understands the need to act with integrity
Master important historical information as well as current issues and theories in education and psychology
- Knows current educational and psychological theories
- Links theory to practice
- Speaks and writes effectively and persuasively about current issues in education and psychology and can apply theory and research to these issues
Make appropriate use of educational technology
- Applies technology when appropriate to support professional work
- Knows current software in their professional field
- Uses technology to access library and Internet resources
Gain personal awareness and engage in a process of continuous self development
- Collaborates with others
- Articulates a (educational) mission and philosophy
- Joins and/or attends professional associations and meetings
- Shows social and personal responsibility
- Develops awareness of personal beliefs and values
Understand the place of service in education and attempt to provide such service in appropriate educational forums
- Exhibits generosity in service to others
- Engages others in educational service
- Shows sensitivity to the underserved
Careers
Students may begin work concurrently on their Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and a preliminary basic credential program while pursuing their bachelor's degree (Dual Degree) in the liberal arts and sciences (collaborative program between the School of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences). The Teacher Education program encourages applicants to contact its program office prior to pursuing this option.
Many of the School's students are working professionals who wish to acquire new skills and enhance their leadership capabilities by enrolling in credential and/or degree programs. These students prepare to serve in a variety of roles such as teachers, curriculum developers and supervisors, administrators, counselors, therapists, private consultants, and as business managers and trainers. Special facilities within the School of Education - the Center for Instruction and Technology, the Institute for Catholic Educational Leadership and the Center for Child and Family Development - complement the academic curriculum by providing research and fieldwork settings for the development of specific skills and evaluation techniques. They also enhance students' career opportunities.
Admission Prerequisites
To be considered for admission to one of the School's M.A. or credential programs, applicants must have the following:
- Bachelor's degree with a 2.75 minimum grade point average from a regionally accredited institution
- A minimum TOEFL or Michigan Test score of 570 (applicants from non-English speaking countries) Paper Test, 230 Computer-based Test and 88 Internet-based Test
- Background of academic preparation and/or professional experiences giving initial evidence of ability to pursue graduate work in a specific program area
To be considered for admission to the School's Ed.D. program, applicants must have the following:
- M.A./M.S. degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution
- A minimum 3.0 grade point average
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) verbal, quantitative and writing scores or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) results
- A minimum TOEFL or Michigan Test score of 600 (applicants from non-English speaking countries) Paper Test, 250 Computer-based Test and 100 Internet-based Test
- Abstract of an M.A. / M.S. Thesis (if one was completed)
Catholic School Leadership applicants should consult the Catholic Educational Leadership section of this catalog for additional requirements.
Admission Requirements
Required of ALL Applicants:
- Completed and signed application form
- $55 non-refundable application fee for domestic students, $55 for international students
- One sealed, official transcript from each university/college previously attended. For U.S. applicants, degree must be from a regionally accredited university/college
- An applicant with pending degree must provide official verification of expected degree completion from institution's Registrar or school official. An undergraduate degree is required to apply for a master's program. A master's degree is required to apply for a doctoral program.
- Two current, original, signed letters of recommendation on provided forms, noting suitability for graduate work, in sealed envelopes
- A current resume
- A typed statement of intent outlining purpose for seeking admission to program and career/academic goals
In addition to the above, all California CREDENTIAL APPLICANTS must submit the following documents:
- All Credential applicants: CBEST score report (Copies of passing scores can be accepted until official scores are submitted.)
- Teacher Education applicants must also submit proof of subject matter competency (CSET for Multiple Subject candidates; CSET or waiver for Single Subject candidates).
- Special Education applicants must also submit proof of subject matter competency (proof of registration for CSET/SSAT or passing scores).
- All Preliminary Administrative Services and Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) applicants: Valid Copy (front and back) of California Basic Teaching Credential. PPS credential applicants without a California Basic Teaching Credential must submit a certificate of clearance.
- All Preliminary Administrative Services Credential applicants: a) Verification of a minimum of two years successful, full-time classroom teaching experience in public or private schools; or b) A services credential with specialization in pupil personnel services, library services, health services, clinical rehabilitation services, or a designated subject credential with verification of at least two years of successful, full-time experience appropriate to the credential held. Verification of all credential(s) and experience(s) must be on school district letterhead and signed by a school district official.
- All Professional Administrative Services Credential applicants: Valid Copy (front & back) of Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. Verification of employment in an administrative position must: 1) be on school district letterhead; 2) be signed by a school district official.
In addition to the above, all DOCTORAL APPLICANTS must submit:
- A copy of M.A. thesis or graduate level paper.
- Official scores from the Graduate Records Examination(GRE)or Miller Analogies Test(MAT)are required. Test scores must be sent directly to USF by the Educational Testing Service (GRE Code: 4850) or the Psychological Corporation (MAT). Photocopies of these results will not be accepted. (Official scores must have been obtained within the past five years).
Note to all doctoral applicants: The initial admission to a School of Education doctoral program is a preliminary decision. During the first year students develop a portfolio in order to demonstrate competence in research methodology and department-specific content. Completion of portfolio requirements is necessary for final admission into a doctoral program.
In addition to the above all INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS must submit:
- Copy of passing TOEFL, Michigan or IELTS Test scores (TOEFL Code: 4850). Score required: M.A. applicants: TOEFL: at least 570 (Paper Test), 230 (Computer-based Test), 88 (Internet-based Test) or IELTS: 6.5. Doctoral applicants: TOEFL: at least 600 (Paper Test), 250 (Computer-based Test), 100 (Internet-based Test) or IELTS: 7.0.
- Certificate of Finances
International students are encouraged to apply early (six to eight weeks before application deadline).
Please submit all required documents in one packet to:
Applicants may be contacted for an interview with a member of the faculty. Applicants to doctoral programs may also be required to complete a written exercise critiquing selected articles in a field related to their prospective program.
Application Deadlines
Applicants for the Ed.D. programs (Exception: Catholic School Leadership and Learning and Instruction) must submit all required documents by:
Catholic School Leadership Doctoral deadlines:
Learning and Instruction Doctoral deadline:
All other Credential and M.A. applicants must submit the required documents by:
Special Education Credential (Mild/Moderate Education Specialist)applicants must submit all required documents by:
The Credential
Students pursuing a credential must conform to all policies and regulations contained in the sections of this catalog pertaining to the credential programs. Before applying to credentialing or licensing agencies, students must complete all requirements specified in the subsequent curriculum section of this catalog. Students are responsible for being informed of all current State of California regulations pertaining to the credential.
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University of San Francisco
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San Francisco, CA 94117-1080