Admissions

Application Deadlines

For each of the following programs:

 - Cal State Apply application opening: November 1, 2025
 - Cal State Apply application deadline: April 1, 2026
 - Letters of recommendation and transcripts/documents hard deadline: April 15, 2026

Steps to Apply

Visit our program pages to learn more about the steps to apply:

Upcoming Information Sessions

MA, Educational Leadership, Concentration in Emancipatory K12 School Leadership

Information sessions forthcoming. In the meantime, please contact Dr. Burciaga at rebeca.burciaga@sjsu.edu to schedule a one-on-one meeting.

MA, Higher Education Leadership

Information sessions and application office hours will be scheduled for Fall 2025. Dates and times will be shared soon.

To express your interest and receive updates, please fill out the Educational Leadership Interest Form

Higher Education Teaching Certificate

Information sessions and application office hours will be scheduled for Fall 2025. Dates and times will be shared soon.

To express your interest and receive updates, please fill out the Educational Leadership Interest Form

Additional Admissions Resources