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 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – April 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – April 15
- Complete Program Application – April 15
Spring 2025 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Dual Language and English Learner Education
Campus Location: LH 332
[email protected]
Department Materials
Complete the program application found on the Division of Education website. Consult the Division of Education website for details concerning required materials.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete program application – February 15
Spring 2025 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]
Admission Coordinator
Ana Guardado Loza
[email protected]
Department Materials
Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete Program Application – February 15
Spring 2025 Deadlines
- Not currently accepting applications for spring semester
Contact Information
Department of Special Education
Campus Location: NE 70
Advisor
Yasemin Turan-Qian
[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 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete Program Application – February 15
Spring 2025 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 program application. Consult the department website for details concerning required materials.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete Program Application – March 1
Spring 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – August 31
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – September 15
- Complete Program Application – September 15
Contact Information
Educational Leadership Department
Campus Location: NE 166
Admissions Coordinator
Dalia Corrigan
[email protected]
For detailed instructions on the application process, including deadlines, please visit the Global Campus website.
Department Materials
Submit required department materials using the Program Application. Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – December 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – December 15
Spring 2025 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
Consult the department website for details.
Fall 2025 Deadlines*
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete Program Application – March 1
*All official transcripts and test scores must be submitted to Graduate Admissions by the file completion deadline. A complete College of Education admission application and all supporting documents are due to the Credential Department by February 1. Please visit the department website and the College of Education's admission application for details.
Spring 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – August 31
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – September 15
- Complete Program Application – September 15
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 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
- Complete Program Application – February 15
Spring 2025 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 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2025 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
[email protected]
Department Materials
Consult the Division of Education website for details.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2025 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 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2025 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
(619) 594-6320
[email protected]
Admission Coordinator
Stephanie Kearney
[email protected]
Department Materials
Consult the Division of Education website for details.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
- Submit Cal State Apply Application – February 1
- Submit Documents to Graduate Admissions – February 15
Spring 2025 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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