Credential Programs: Application Deadlines
Credential Prerequisites (Phase I):
- Spring 2027 Application Cycle July 1, 2026 - October 22, 2026
- Fall 2027 Application Cycle January 5, 2027 - March 2, 2026
Credential Program (Phase II):
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- Fall 2027 Application Cycle January 5, 2027 - April 6, 2027
PLEASE NOTE: In order for an application to be considered, it must be submitted by the deadline with ALL application requirements (including exam scores). Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Notice to Students Regarding Professional Licensure and Certification
Graduate Programs: Application Deadlines
- Applications for Fall 2027 M.A. in Education: Educational Leadership - Higher Education
Concentration open November 1, 2026.
- Priority application deadline: February 19, 2027
- Application deadline: April 15, 2027
- Applications for Summer 2026 M.A. in Early Childhood Studies open October 1, 2026.
- Priority Application deadline: January 29, 2027
- Regular Application deadline: February 15, 2027
- Applications for Summer 2027 M.S. School Counseling with Pupil Personnel Services
Credential open October 1, 2026.
- Priority application deadline: January 29, 2027
- Regular application deadline: April 1, 2027
- Applications for Summer 2027 Doctorate in Educational Leadership for Equity and Justice (DELEJ) open October 1, 2026.
- Application deadline: January 8, 2027
More Information:
- Notification to School District Form (PDF, 94.6KB)
*Important: The MA in Education is currently under revision. The Teacher Education Department has proposed the MA in Curriculum & Instruction (30 units) and the MA in Special Education (30-33) units. If approved, these programs are projected begin Summer 2027. We will be accepting applications for the Curriculum & Instruction and Disability Studies emphases with the intention of moving all applicants to the new program when final approval is made. Additional information about the programs will be explained at an upcoming Information Session.