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

2,209

alumni employed as K-12 teachers or administrators

55%

School of Education students are people of color

48%

School of Education students identify as first-generation college students

1,490

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

95%

graduates say they experienced growth as a social justice counselor

54%

full-time faculty of color

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School of Education Virtual Open House

Attend a Virtual Open House on February 6th. Event attendees will meet with faculty, get help with application questions, attend a current student panel, and receive a $55 application fee waiver.

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Upcoming Events

JAN 20

Sacramento Campus MAT Application Workshop

Wednesday, Jan 20 12 – 1 p.m.
Online - Sacramento Campus
JAN 20

Sacramento Campus MAT Application Workshop

Wednesday, Jan 20 5 – 6 p.m.
Online - Sacramento Campus
JAN 20

MFT Virtual Information Meeting - Santa Rosa

Wednesday, Jan 20 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Online - via Zoom
JAN 21

Sacramento Campus MFT Application Workshop

Thursday, Jan 21 12 – 1 p.m.
Online - Sacramento Campus
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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.

Addressing Barriers to the Teaching Field

Leading with a DEI Lens

Envisioning the Future With Lessons From the Past

New Center for Humanizing Education & Research (C-HER) Hosts Summer Conversation Series
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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