College of Education
Difference Makers Made Here
At SDSU's College of Education, we're passionate about preparing the next generation of education and wellness professionals. With more than 3,000 undergraduate, credential, master's, and doctoral students annually, we're one of our region's top producers of high-quality teachers, counselors, therapists, school administrators, community college leaders and more. If you're looking to make a difference for children, families and communities, you're in the right place.
Fall 2027 applications open August 1, 2026. Deadlines differ by program.
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SDSU has long been the primary provider of new teachers to San Diego area school districts. Explore pathways to earn your teaching credential!
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Informed & Inspired: College of Education News
Dean’s Welcome: Celebrating our Resilience
Y. Barry Chung shares his message of optimism and gratitude at the start of the 2026-27 academic year.
Education dean invests in future with faculty, staff belonging
Y. Barry Chung finalizes a $1.1 million estate gift to support community building initiatives in his college.
Rehabilitation counseling mainstay honored with outstanding faculty award
Acquired brain injury expert Charles Degeneffe earns university recognition for his two decades of teaching and scholarly impact at SDSU.
