Credentials
Credentials are offered at the San Diego campus (SDSU), SDSU Imperial Valley (SDSU IV) or through SDSU Global Campus (SDSU GC).
How to Apply
- Apply to the university through Cal State Apply.
- Submit required documents to Graduate Admissions.
- Submit department required materials. Please review individual program requirements for more details.
Review more detailed instructions on how to apply on the Graduate Students web page. If you are a graduate applicant who will study in the U.S. on an F-1 Visa, review the International Graduate Students web page.
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the program application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Department of Special Education
Campus Location: NE 70
Advisor
Janice Chang
[email protected]
Admission Coordinator
Stephanie Kearney
[email protected]
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the program application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
School of Teacher Education
Campus Location: LH 255
Admission Coordinator
Stephanie Kearney
[email protected]
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the program application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – April 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – April 15
- Complete program application – April 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – August 31
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – September 15
- Complete program application – August 31
Contact Information
Dual Language and English Learner Education
Campus Location: LH 332
[email protected]
Advisor
Tamara Collins-Park
[email protected]
Department Materials
Complete the program application. Consult the Division of Education website for details concerning required materials.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 1
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Division of Education
Campus Location: Faculty Offices West 179
Advisor/Credential Analyst
Beatriz Wong
[email protected]
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the program application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Department of Educational Leadership
Campus Location: NE 166
Admissions Coordinator
Asia Machitar
[email protected]
For detailed instructions on the application process, including deadlines, please visit the Global Campus website.
Department Materials
Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – December 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – December 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
School of Social Work
Campus Location: HH 119
Admissions Coordinator
Kristen Frelke
[email protected]
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the program application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – August 31
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – September 15
- Complete program application – August 31
Contact Information
Department of Special Education
Campus Location: NE 70
Advisor
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the program application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
School of Teacher Education
Campus Location: LH 255
Admission Coordinator
Stephanie Kearney
[email protected]
Department Materials
Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – August 31
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – September 15
Contact Information
Dual Language and English Learner Education
Campus Location: LH 332
Advisor
Department Materials
Complete the program application. Consult the Division of Education website for details concerning required materials.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 1
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Division of Education
Campus Location: Faculty Offices West 179
Advisor/Credential Analyst
Beatriz Wong
[email protected]
Department Materials
Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester.
Contact Information
Dual Language and English Learner Education
Campus Location: LH 332
Advisor
Melina Melgarejo
[email protected]
Coordinator
Stephanie Kearney
[email protected]
Department Materials
Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – August 31
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – September 15
Contact Information
School of Teacher Education
Campus Location: LH 255
Advisor
Admission Coordinator
Stephanie Kearney
[email protected]
Department Materials
Complete the program application. Consult the Division of Education website for details concerning required materials.
Fall 2026 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 1
Spring 2026 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Division of Education
Campus Location: Faculty Offices West 179
Advisor/Credential Analyst
Beatriz Wong
[email protected]
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