Graduate College of Education
Welcome to the Graduate College of Education.
Come here to be a teacher at any level. Become a specialist or speech therapist who helps children and families. Advance your career to serve communities through our graduate programs.
This is a very important time to be an educator, and the children in our region need you. If your dream and conviction is to change lives and build an equitable society, this is your college. Our faculty are extraordinary educators and scholars, ready to welcome you in our classrooms and in our partner schools and clinical settings.
We invite you to attend an Information Session to learn more. View our GCOE Scholarships to see what’s available for you. And connect with us to see that our community is here for you.
Office hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Main office: (415) 405-3681 gcoe@sfsu.edu
Credential related questions: (415) 405-3594 credinfo@sfsu.edu
Explore Our Programs
Undergraduate Programs
The SF State Graduate College of Education offers the following undergraduate programs, such as the Communicative Disorders B.S., Elementary Teacher Preparation pathways, Education Minor, Special Education Minor and the Metro College Success Program.
Credential Programs
Within the GCOE, a range of educator preparation programs are offered that include preliminary credentials for teachers in elementary (Multiple Subjects), high school (Secondary), special education (Education Specialist) with traditional and intern teacher program options.
Graduate Programs
The GCOE at SF State offers several options for master’s degrees and graduate certificates.
Master’s degrees include the Master of Arts in Education (M.A.), Master of Arts in Special Education and the Master of Science (M.S.) in Communicative Disorders.
Doctoral Programs
The Graduate College of Education at SF State offers two doctoral programs, one a Joint Ph.D. Program in Special Education and the other an Ed.D. Program with dual focus in P-12 education and post-secondary education systems.
Admissions Drop-in Hours: Application Assistance for ITEP, MSP, and SSP – Fall 2025
Are you applying for Fall 2025 admission to the Integrated Teacher Preparation (ITEP), Multiple Subject Program (MSP), or Single Subject Program (SSP)? If you're having trouble with your Cal State Apply application or understanding program requirements, our team is here to help! Drop in for one-on-one assistance. Please refer to our events calendar for upcoming dates.
What to Expect:
- Support with completing your Cal State Apply application
- Guidance on program requirements for ITEP, MSP, and SSP
- Answers to select program-related questions
Please note: These drop-in hours are not an information session. If you are looking for a general program overview, please visit our events page for upcoming information sessions.
Before You Drop In:
If you haven’t reviewed our program information packets, we highly recommend checking them out on our How to Apply page.
We look forward to assisting you!
Resources
The Credential and Graduate Services Center is here to assist you from start to finish. Our staff is committed to guiding you through the process of gaining admission into our programs as well as applying for your credential or certificate upon completion of any one of our many programs.
The Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) is your go-to for academic advising at SF State. We’re here to support your transition, wellness, and success. Services include degree planning, class registration, major exploration, academic strategies, and policy guidance.
The Cahill Learning Resources and Media Lab is a community space for students in the Graduate College of Education. We offer a wide range of K-12 instructional resources, including curriculum materials, children’s literature, and test prep books. The Cahill Lab also supports students completing their edTPA/CalTPA assessments.