You're Invited!
Discover what’s possible at SOLES by joining one of our upcoming admissions events. Whether you visit us on campus or connect with us virtually, these events are designed to help you explore our programs, ask questions, and get to know the people who will support you throughout your graduate journey.
From information sessions to application workshops and open houses, our events offer meaningful opportunities to connect and take the next step with confidence.
We host sessions throughout the year—be sure to check back regularly for the latest event offerings and updates.
Virtual Admissions Events
Explore USD SOLES Virtual Admissions Events by Program
Select a program below to explore upcoming virtual information sessions, application workshops, advising sessions, and other admissions events.
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Saturday, October 3 (In-Person) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Monday, October 5 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Thursday, October 22 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Wednesday, November 4 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Monday, November 16 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Thursday, December 3 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Monday, December 14 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Thursday, January 7 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We’ll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
| Date and Time | Event | Event Details |
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Sept 21 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We'll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Sept 25 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Program Information Session |
Learn more about the program's curriculum, clinical training experiences, and how it prepares you to support the mental health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. We'll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Oct 3 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Oct 14 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We'll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Oct 27 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. We'll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a strong personal statement and securing recommendations, and answer your questions about the admission process and interview. |
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Nov 12 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We'll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Dec 1 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. We'll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a strong personal statement and securing recommendations, and answer your questions about the admission process and interview. |
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Jan 7 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Admissions Group Advising |
Hear from a Senior Counselor from USD SOLES for a virtual group advising session to learn more about the program and admissions process. We'll share an overview, application requirements, important deadlines, and helpful tips for preparing your application. Ask questions, and get guidance on your next steps toward graduate school at USD SOLES! |
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Oct 3 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Oct 6 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it can help you develop the skills to lead and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also discuss the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your application. |
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Nov 3 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, fieldwork experiences, and how it prepares you to support students’ academic, social-emotional, and career development in K–12 schools. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Dec 8 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the MA in School Counseling program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a strong personal statement and securing recommendations, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Jan 26 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, fieldwork experiences, and how it prepares you to support students’ academic, social-emotional, and career development in K–12 schools. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Feb 18 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the MA in School Counseling program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a strong personal statement and securing recommendations, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Saturday, October 3 (In-Person) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Tuesday, November 24 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it can help you develop the skills to lead and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also discuss the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your application. |
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Tuesday, January 12 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it can help you develop the skills to lead and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also discuss the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your application. |
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Thursday, January 28 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop. We’ll walk through the application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Thursday, March 11 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it can help you develop the skills to lead and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also discuss the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your application. |
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Wednesday, March 31 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop. We’ll walk through the application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Tuesday, May 11 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it can help you develop the skills to lead and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also discuss the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your application. |
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Wednesday, May 19 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop. We’ll walk through the application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Wednesday, September 30 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop designed specifically for prospective doctoral students. We’ll walk through the doctoral application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Saturday, October 3 (In-Person) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Thursday, November 12 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s research-focused curriculum, faculty and learning experience. We’ll also walk through the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your doctoral application. |
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Tuesday, December 8 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s research-focused curriculum, faculty and learning experience. We’ll also walk through the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your doctoral application. |
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Thursday, December 10 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop designed specifically for prospective doctoral students. We’ll walk through the doctoral application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Thursday, February 11 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s research-focused curriculum, faculty and learning experience. We’ll also walk through the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your doctoral application. |
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Wednesday, February 24 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop designed specifically for prospective doctoral students. We’ll walk through the doctoral application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Sept 29 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, research opportunities, and how it prepares you to produce scholarship that shapes educational practice and policy. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply.
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Sept 30 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the PhD in Education program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a focused statement of purpose and identifying faculty whose research aligns with your interests, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Oct 3 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Dec 10 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the PhD in Education program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a focused statement of purpose and identifying faculty whose research aligns with your interests, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Jan 12 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, research opportunities, and how it prepares you to produce scholarship that shapes educational practice and policy. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Feb 24 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the PhD in Education program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for writing a focused statement of purpose and identifying faculty whose research aligns with your interests, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Wednesday, September 30 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop designed specifically for prospective doctoral students. We’ll walk through the doctoral application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Saturday, October 3 (In-Person) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Thursday, November 19 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, format, learning experience, and how it prepares working professionals to lead organizational change and drive meaningful impact. We’ll also walk through the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your doctoral application. |
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Thursday, December 10 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop designed specifically for prospective doctoral students. We’ll walk through the doctoral application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Wednesday, December 16 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, format, learning experience, and how it prepares working professionals to lead organizational change and drive meaningful impact. We’ll also walk through the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your doctoral application. |
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Thursday, February 16 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, format, learning experience, and how it prepares working professionals to lead organizational change and drive meaningful impact. We’ll also walk through the application process, admissions requirements, important deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare your doctoral application. |
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Wednesday, February 24 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Join the SOLES Admissions team for a virtual application workshop designed specifically for prospective doctoral students. We’ll walk through the doctoral application process, review application requirements, share tips for preparing strong application materials, and highlight important deadlines. |
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Sept 22 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it equips you to lead with the principles of Catholic social teaching and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Sept 30 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the EdD in Catholic Social Thought in Practice program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for crafting a statement that connects your leadership experience to your goals, and answer your questions about the admission process and interview. |
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Oct 3 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Dec 10 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the EdD in Catholic Social Thought in Practice program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for crafting a statement that connects your leadership experience to your goals, and answer your questions about the admission process and interview. |
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Jan 14 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, learning experience, and how it equips you to lead with the principles of Catholic social teaching and create meaningful change in your organization and community. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Feb 24 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Doctoral Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the EdD in Catholic Social Thought in Practice program. We’ll walk through each application component, share tips for crafting a statement that connects your leadership experience to your goals, and answer your questions about the admission process and interview. |
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Sept 24 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, student teaching experience, and how it prepares you to create inclusive, engaging classrooms where every student can thrive. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Oct 1 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the Teaching Credential program. We’ll walk through each application component, review pre-program requirements, share tips for writing a strong personal statement, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Oct 3 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Oct 7 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Guide to California Teaching Credentials Workshop |
Explore the different types of California teaching credentials, including Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist, and learn which pathway best fits your goals. We’ll also cover state requirements, testing, program options, and the steps you can take now to prepare for a career in the classroom. |
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Feb 4 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the Teaching Credential program. We’ll walk through each application component, review pre-program requirements, share tips for writing a strong personal statement, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Feb 11 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Guide to California Teaching Credentials Workshop |
Explore the different types of California teaching credentials, including Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist, and learn which pathway best fits your goals. We’ll also cover state requirements, testing, program options, and the steps you can take now to prepare for a career in the classroom. |
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Mar 11 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, student teaching experience, and how it prepares you to create inclusive, engaging classrooms where every student can thrive. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Apr 8 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Guide to California Teaching Credentials Workshop |
Explore the different types of California teaching credentials, including Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist, and learn which pathway best fits your goals. We’ll also cover state requirements, testing, program options, and the steps you can take now to prepare for a career in the classroom. |
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Apr 22 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the Teaching Credential program. We’ll walk through each application component, review pre-program requirements, share tips for writing a strong personal statement, and answer your questions about the admission process. |
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Oct 3 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST) |
Open House |
Join us for the USD SOLES Graduate Open House and experience our community firsthand! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and learn more about the application process. |
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Oct 20 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, yearlong residency experience alongside a mentor teacher, and how it prepares you to step confidently into your own classroom. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |
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Nov 17 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Application Workshop |
Get personalized guidance as you prepare your application to the Teacher Residency program. We’ll walk through each application component, explain the selection and placement process, share tips for presenting your strengths, and answer your questions about admission. |
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Jan 21 4:00-5:00 PM (PST) |
Information Session |
Learn more about the program’s curriculum, yearlong residency experience alongside a mentor teacher, and how it prepares you to step confidently into your own classroom. We’ll also cover the application process, admission requirements, key deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare to apply. |