School of Education

About the School

Master's and Credential

We offer 19 master's programs, many combined with credentials, for teachers, researchers, advocates, counselors and leaders.

Master's Programs

Doctoral and Credential

Five doctoral program options prepare teachers, special educators, leaders, researchers and advocates to 'Change the World from Here.'

Doctoral Programs

Educate the World From Here

Commit to education. Broaden your outlook. Change the World.

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EVENTS
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C-HER Presents a Conversation with Arundhati Roy - Through the Portal, Towards that Other World

A conversation with Dean Shabnam Koirala Azad and Arundhati Roy, author of The God of Small Things, The Ministry of Utmost Happiness, Azadi, and more.

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Upcoming Events

SEP 18

School of Education Virtual Open House

Saturday, Sep 18 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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48%

School of Education students identify as first-generation college students

55%

School of Education students are people of color

95%

graduates say they experienced growth as a social justice counselor

2,209

alumni employed as K-12 teachers or administrators

1,490

alumni employed as therapists, psychologists, counselors, or social workers

54%

full-time faculty of color

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Advance Justice Through Education

At the University of San Francisco School of Education, we see education as advocacy. With over 20 master's, credential, and doctoral programs across the Bay Area, we invite you to join us in advancing justice through education. Attend an event, visit a class, or meet with an admission adviser to learn more.

Teaching Controversial Issues

Turning the Tassel: Centering Joy and Celebrating Community

Using My Voice

Building an Equitable and Just World
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Dr. Ruchi Agarwal-Rangnath and Dr. Rick Ayers

Addressing Barriers to the Teaching Field

Teacher education faculty receive Spencer Foundation Grant to research barriers to diversifying the teacher pipeline in California

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Inside the School of Education

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De Marillac Academy Art Installation at the USF School of Education
Dr. Darrick Smith.
Meet the SOE Faculty - Darrick Smith
Shabnam Koirala Azad
Living the Mission: San Francisco Bay Area
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Day in the Life - MA Credential School Counseling
Dr. Ursula Aldana
Meet the Faculty - Ursula Aldana
School of Education Alum, Kit DiJulio.
SOE Alumni - Kit DiJulio