How to Apply to the Preliminary Educational Specialist Program
Get Your Questions Answered
We encourage applicants to the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential Program to:
- read through the complete Basic Program and Structure Description
- attend an Information Workshop to learn about the program and the application process. Bring your questions to the meeting. Attendance is free, and no reservation is necessary. Education Specialist Credential Program Information Workshops take place on the third Monday of the month (except on holidays) Check the worshop schedule for date and location information.
- or contact us in the Student Services/Credentials office at 707-664-2832 or credentials.office@sonoma.edu
Admissions Process
All Credential and Masters Degree Applicants Must Apply to BOTH SSU and the Specific School of Education Program:
- You must apply to the Sonoma State University as a graduate/post baccalaureate student in order to be admitted to a Credential or Masters program in the School of Education.
- For Spring 2014 admission, download this form, print and complete all the information required.
- Return the SSU application to the School of Education with your School of Education Credential or Master's program application materials
- Don't forget to include a check or money order application fee payment of $55 made out to SSU.
- Download the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential Program Application (PDF), and closely follow all step-by-step instructions in that document.
- To assist you as you work through the application, refer to the details regarding general School of Education admissions requirements on our Admissions/How to Apply page.
Spring 2014 ADMISSIONS
Now accepting applications for Spring 2014 admission for credential and graduate programs.
The EXTENDED Application Period for basic credential programs for Spring 2014 admission is September 16 - October 15, 2013. ONLY COMPLETE application packets will be accepted during the extended period.
The Priority Application Period for Spring admission was July 1, 2013 - September 15, 2013.
Application deadline for Master's and Advanced Credentials for Spring 2014 is November 1, 2013. Check the application download page for the latest information.
NEED PREREQUISITE COURSES? Contact the Credentials Office for information: 707-664-2832 or credentials.office@sonoma.edu
How to Apply | Download an Application | Attend an Information Workshop or Online Information Workshops