Masters in Education

Expand your impact as an educator—from the classroom to the community.

Here, becoming an educator means more than it does in the traditional sense. Those who earn a graduate degree in education are equipped to be catalysts for change in their communities and beyond. You will be the first teacher candidates in the United States to graduate from a Changemaker teacher preparation program. Our graduates are well prepared for a lifelong teaching career with emphasis on the many social-justice issues that come with teaching diverse populations.

You'll master the academic foundation and theory behind teaching and learning—and, through hands-on experience in our community's schools, you'll study inclusivity, personalized learning and leadership development. You'll develop strategies for differentiated learning as you work with students in local underserved populations and embark on an international experience that enriches your cross-cultural understanding. Along the way, an academic cohort environment helps our students learn from each other and build lasting relationships.

Our graduates emerge ready for employment—and are highly sought after by employers. Most graduates receive multiple job offers, providing a way to start making a difference immediately.

Is teaching in your future?

Start your MCC 18 month program in January 2019!
Did you miss the Fall 2018 admission cycle?

The University of San Diego's Master's Credential Cohort (MCC) 18 month program is now accepting applications for its Spring 2019 admission term. Our teacher preparation program is designed to prepare effective elementary teachers, middle and high school teachers. The program emphasizes the connection between theory and practice, weaving together university-based coursework and thoughtfully designed field experiences. Candidates in the program develop the knowledge, skills and strategies needed to flourish in their own classrooms, as well as the critical habits of mind and reflective practice that will allow them to grow as educators throughout their careers. Faculty and students in the program are committed to teaching for social justice and promoting educational excellence and equity in all school settings.

Applications are due on January 4, 2019 and classes begin on January 28, 2019.

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Double your Impact: General and Special Education Teacher Preparation starts Fall 2019
One Degree, Two Credentials

Our two-year credential cohort program prepares candidates to work with students with mild to moderate disabilities from kindergarten through 22 years of age. Nationally recognized by the Council for Exceptional Children, our special education curriculum offers the combination of theory and practical experience that provides graduates with a solid understanding, knowledge and skill set to function as highly effective special educators. Our program and candidates recognize the need for a collective approach and the responsibility to see that all children receive the education and the supports they need to maximize their development and potential.

At the University of San Diego, we have a better approach to general and special education. Candidates in our two-year Master’s Credential Cohort Program have the unique opportunity to earn two credentials at the completion of their program. Candidates are eligible to earn a Multiple or Single Subject Credential and a Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential in the state of California.

To learn more, please review our program information below:

Multiple Subject and Special Education Single Subject and Special Education

When we're recognized, it opens doors for you.

SOLES is currently ranked among the top 100 Graduate Education Programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report—and its online Graduate Education Program ranks in the Top 50 nationally. What does this recognition mean to us? More opportunities for our graduates.

Student Ambassador Spotlight

Meet SOLES Student Ambassador Matthew Becerra

Slated to graduate with his Secondary Education Credential in Spring of 2018, Matthew wants to transform his history lessons into training grounds for activists and advocates. "If my students walk away from my classroom having learned only one thing, it will be that they are active members of society who will stand up for those who cannot."

Alumni Spotlight

SOLES Alumni spotlight: Meet Jaclyn Krizovensky

After graduating with her MEd in TESOL, Jaclyn is worked as an adjunct ESL instructor at Mesa Community College and Cuyamaca Community College, and an ESL instructor at Q International School. She is currently working at UCSD as a Lecturer in the Analytical Writing Program. Teaching at various locations has given her the opportunity to work with diverse populations of adult international students, including refugees.

Learn about Jaclyn and our other SOLES alumni.

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