Master of Arts (M.A.) in Special Education: Behavior Analysis and Autism Concentration
How to Apply
Important Dates for Fall 2026
Item | Deadline |
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1. Cal State Apply application (opens October 1 each year) |
February 1, 2026 |
2. Program application | February 15, 2026 |
3. Official transcripts due | February 15, 2026 |
Steps 1-6: Admission to SDSU
Steps 1-6 must be completed through the SDSU Graduate Admissions Office.
Get help and tips on how to complete the Cal State Apply application.
Step 7: Admission to Program
Within 72 hours of submitting your Cal State Apply application, you will receive an email containing a personalized link to Slate, where you must complete your program application.
Please ensure that all required program-specific documents listed below are prepared in advance and ready to upload to your Slate application.
- Application Guide: Slate Applicant User Guide
Upload a 300- to 500-word essay describing:
- Your philosophy of education
- Your reasons for applying to this program
- Your potential for succeeding in an advanced degree program in Special Education
Upload your current resume.
This course can be completed as prerequisites or taken during the program. You will indicate in the Program application how you plan to complete this.
- SPED 553: Behavioral Strategies and Support (or equivalent)
Please contact 2 individuals who you have interacted with professionally and who would be able to write a letter of recommendation for you. Please have these letters uploaded to the program application.
Get in Touch
Application Process Questions
Program Questions
- [email protected]
- Jessica Suhrheinrich, graduate advisor, [email protected]