Welcome

Welcome to the Department of Special Education at San Francisco State University! We are a comprehensive department that offers programs/classes for undergraduate and graduate students. As a department we are committed to actively lead in research, teaching and service that promotes and advocates for the inclusion, belonging and equity of disabled individuals within schools, communities and society as a whole. 

Be a part of our community, gaining expertise in leading and advocating for inclusion and equity for all!

Summer 2024 Office Hours

  • Monday - Thursday – 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Friday – office staff works remotely

Lunch Hour:  12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Email: sped@sfsu.edu

Telephone: (415) 338-1161

Location: Burk Hall 156

Programs

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Programs in Special Education

Choose from our Master's, Credentials, Graduate Certificates, Joint Doctoral, and Undergraduate programs:

Special Education Spotlight

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Why Choose Our Department

The Department of Special Education at SF State is one of the most comprehensive departments of special education in California.

Why should you choose our program?

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Scholarships for Educators

The scholarships offered by the Graduate College of Education are open to all students in the graduate college.

Opens September 5, 2024 and closes on November 10, 20224

News

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