San FranciscoState University

Studiesgraduate

firstand only

College of Ethnic Studies

Top 25

for film schools in U.S. –Hollywood Reporter

#1ranked for the

most diverse large university in

the U.S.

Faculty includes

10winners

of the National Science

Foundation’s most prestigious

award, the Faculty Early Career

Development Grant

pioneerin the discovery of planets outside our

solar system, locating 500+ to date

There’s a reason our

university’s motto is

“Experientia Docet,”or experience teaches.

At San Francisco State University, we give our graduate students the practical, hands-on experience they need to succeed in their degree program and career. Our faculty not only love to teach, they are masters in their own fields. And the Bay Area offers our students endless opportunities to put their passion into action at large multinational corporations, high-tech firms, research laboratories, nonprofit organizations, health care institutions and government agencies.

Pioneering Faculty and Research Our faculty are active scholars engaged in vital research and creative endeavors that are changing the way we understand our world. Projects undertaken by our faculty are funded by grants and contracts from the most competitive government and private agencies.

Kaz Okada, Associate Professor, Computer Science

Kazunori Okada, an associate professor of computer science (pictured above), and Xiaorong Zhang, assistant professor of engineering, have embarked on a project to develop a prosthetic arm that better understands and interprets the complex electromyogram (EMG) signals necessary for elaborate arm, wrist, hand and finger movements. EMG is a measure of

electrical voltage generated from muscle contractions and contains information about the neural signals sent from the spinal cord to control the muscles.

The project is the first to receive funding from the Ken Fong Translational Research Fund, which was established through a $5 million donation to support interdisciplinary research projects. The fund has backed Okada and Zhang’s venture with a $20,000 grant.

Joshua Singer, Associate Professor, Visual Communication Design

Joshua Singer’s work examines and explores intersections of design practice, design research, theories of design, the urban landscape and experimental and critical methodologies. His work is exhibited in “Project Anywhere”, a global blind peer-reviewed exhibition program dedicated to promoting art and artistic research.

(You can find images of his work at projectanywhere.net/typographic-landscape-ecologies-alameda-california-usa.)

Anita Silvers, Professor and Associate Chair, Philosophy

Anita Silvers is a nationally recognized advocate for disability rights. She begins her fiftieth year of teaching full time at SF State University this year, a distinction no other current faculty member can claim. She was awarded the Quinn Prize from the American Philosophical Association in 2010. In 2013, the Phi Beta Kappa Society awarded her its first-ever Lebowitz Prize for “Philosophical Achievement and Contribution.”

Javon Johnson, Assistant Professor, Communication Studies

Javon Johnson is a highly awarded spoken word poet. He teaches courses in performance, gender, methods, race and creative writing. Javon is currently completing an ethnographic project examining the performances of race, gender, sexuality and class in slam and spoken word poetry communities. Javon writes for The Huffington Post, The Root and Our Weekly.

Graciela Orozco, Chair, Department of Counseling

Graciela Orozco’s research interests focus on the school/community relationship, immigrant children in the schools, separation and loss due to deportation, and community radio. She is a two-time grantee (2006, 2007) of the Social Science Research Council, Necessary Knowledge for a Democratic Public Sphere Program.

Lucia Volk, Professor, International Relations

Lucia Volk is currently investigating refugee flows from the Middle East to Northern Europe and the various legal categories that define refugees’ lives. She has conducted health and well-being research with Yemeni women who live in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood.

Laura Epstein, Associate Professor, Special Education & Communicative Disorders

Laura Epstein’s research interests include Spanish-bilingual language development, classroom-based intervention and school-based issues. She received the California Speech-Language-Hearing Association Diversity Award in 2011 and the California Healthcare Foundation Leadership Fellowship in 2010.

U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks many of SF State’s graduate programs among the best in the United States. Our programs are nationally recognized and draw top applicants.

Outstanding Academic ProgramsSF State’s academic programs have an outstanding track record for producing master’s graduates who move into immediate employment in professional fields. SF State’s six colleges offer master’s degrees that will open doors to an exciting career.

College of Business

Our MBA degree prepares students to succeed in a global economy. An integrated business education with strong ties to Asia Pacific produces graduates who effectively manage across cultures and business environments.

Graduate College of Education

Our degree programs can further your career, boost your income or open doors to new careers in educational administration, special education, instructional technologies and multiculturalism.

College of Ethnic Studies

With this increasingly sought-after expertise, our graduates pursue careers in primary, secondary and higher education, youth-related social programs and community advocacy research. Nearly half of our graduates pursue doctoral studies.

College of Health & Social Sciences

Employers look to SF State when filling top-tier jobs in counseling, social work, gerontology, nursing, physical therapy, dietetics, public administration, health education and kinesiology.

College of Liberal & Creative Arts

SF State graduates are teaching at major universities, writing best-selling novels, working as foreign-language interpreters and creating museum exhibits. Our programs in cinema, broadcasting, music, and theatre arts have produced Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Grammy winners.

College of Science & Engineering

SF State’s connections to exciting startups, Silicon Valley, the biotechnology industry and major government and private research centers give graduates a significant edge in the competition for top jobs in the new knowledge- based economy.

“The MBA program at SF State is geared toward professionals and they are really great at structuring classes to keep you engaged at all times.” —Yasya Goretsky, College of Business, M.B.A. ‘17

J. Paul Leonard Library. The state-of the-art building includes 3,000 seats for quiet and group study, over 250 public computers and a Digital Media Studio with nine editing rooms.

Graduate students seeking degrees in the fields of science develop their skills in the Conservation Genetics Laboratory, the Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies, an electron microscope facility, a DNA analysis facility, a Thin Film Laboratory, the Center for Computing and Life Sciences and the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Center.

SF State’s abundant resources for graduate students in the social sciences, humanities and creative arts include the largest radio and television production facilities in Northern California, the Design Center for Global Needs, the Poetry Center and American Poetry Archives, the Digital Cinema Lab, the Confucius Institute and the Graduate String Quartet Residency Program.

Thinking about a Ph.D.?

If you are earning a master’s degree in preparation for a Ph.D., we will groom you to gain admission to prestigious doctoral programs. SF State master’s graduates go on to earn doctorates at Stanford, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, MIT, Princeton, CalTech, UC Berkeley, UC San Francisco and other promi-nent institutions. According to a study sponsored by the U.S. National Sci-

ence Foundation, SF State ranks fourth nationally among master’s level colleges and universities for the total number of graduates who go on t o e arn re s e arch doctorates. Students collaborate with faculty on research projects and may publish the results independent-ly or with professors in peer-reviewed journals. SF State is an established leader in preparing underrepresented students for Ph.D. careers in the bio-logical and physical sciences at top-flight research universities.

More info: grad.sfsu.edu

Alicia Garza, M.A. Ethnic Studies, ‘17

While a graduate student at SF State, Alicia (pictured above) co-founded Black Lives Matter, an internationally recognized organization that began in 2013 to fight violence and racism toward black people. It has grown into a network with over 40 chapters across North America and the United Kingdom. Her graduate thesis, titled “None of Us Are Free Until All of Us Are Free” examines how intersectionality has impacted the black radical tradition.

Putting Passion into ActionAt San Francsico State University, there are endless opportunities for our talented graduate students to put their passion into action.

“My research takes an unanswered problem from biology — how do bacteriophage viruses store their own DNA? — and uses mathematical and computational techniques to model the DNA packaging

process on computers.”

—Brian Cruz, M.A., Mathematics

The new Mashouf Wellness Center offers recreation and wellness programs for the SF State campus community.

SF State has the first and only College of Ethnic Studies in the country and was the first U.S. university to establish an international relations department.

Laurie Scolari, Ed.D. Educational Leadership, ‘12

As a result of Dr. Scolari’s published dissertation “First Generation Students of Color: Easing their Transition to Community Colleges,” she was hired to lead a California initiative to improve partnerships between high schools and community colleges.

Galen Maloney, Candidate for Master of Public Health

Since spending time in Barcelona and Berlin, where ping-pong tables can be found in outdoor public areas, Galen has been interested in finding ways to promote community engagement through public ping-pong play. After graduating from SF State, he hopes to continue working in urban design, public health and youth development.

Andrew Peterson, M.A. Philosophy, ‘11

The son of a U.S. Marine Corps officer, Andrew investigated conceptual problems related to post- traumatic stress disorder suffered by U.S. military personnel of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Informed by ancient Stoic philosophy, he built an educational program for U.S. veterans that addressed psychiatric injury and reintegration challenges.

“My goal is to use cinema as a tool to revolutionize lives. I feel empowered by the knowledge I’ve gained here to tell stories that will spur positive social change.” —Eliciana Nascimento, M.F.A. Cinema, ’13

Kaylie Marsh, M.S. Kinesiology, ‘17

Kaylie’s exploratory study found that the muscles of female astronauts could sustain good physical function in a weightless environment, such as on a mission to Mars. Her research is focused on developing exercise countermeasures to prevent muscle atrophy in low gravity.

Francesca Zulueta and Rubi Esmeralda Gutierrez, Candidates for M.S. Counseling (Marriage, Family & Child)

Rubi and Francesca have won fellowships from the National Board for Certified Counselors to support their education and facilitate their service to underserved minority populations in need of counseling. In their work with minorities, aged 16 to 25, they stress the need for culturally competent and bilingual counselors.

“I feel hopeful when I’m on campus because I feel

that the students here are the kind who want to

make a difference in the world. I'm grateful to be able to engage in critical

analysis around education and to be able to dialogue

with colleagues around the challenges and social

issues facing society. Education can impact lives

and is a transformative institution.”

—Robert Nakamura, Ed.D. Educational Leadership

The OneCard Gator Pass offers students unlimited rides on SF Muni trains and buses with a 25% discount on all BART rides to and from Daly City Station.

Applying to SF State and Financing Your Education The application process for gradu-ate study is simple. Research the website for your intended program of study and its application dead-line. Then upload admission docu-ments to complete your online application for graduate admission at calstate.edu/apply.

In addition to transcripts, admission documents may include:

¨Supplemental application

¨Letters of recommendation

¨Statement of purpose

¨GRE or GMAT scores

¨Writing samples and/or creative works portfolio

International applicants may upload:

¨Test of English language (TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic)

¨Financial documents for the issuance of an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility.

For more information, please visit grad.sfsu.edu.

SF State provides a high-quality graduate education at a cost far less than both the national public university average and other Bay Area universities.

FellowshipsApply for the Graduate Equity Feligibility requirements at gradequity-fellowship.

ellowship to help fund your studies. See .sfsu.edu/content/finance/graduate-

Work with the Fellowships Office to apply for national fellowships such as the Fulbright U.S. Student Grant and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, as well as the CSU-sponsored California Pre-Doctoral Program and Chancellor’s Doctoral Incentive Program: fellowships.sfsu.edu.

ScholarshipsLearn about scholarships at sfsu.academicworks.com. International students may find scholarships depending on their country of origin or other criteria at at oip.sfsu.edu/sfstateoipfinancialassistance.

AssistantshipsGraduate teaching and research assistantships are available through SF State academic programs and through the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. Contact your degree program to learn about opportunities and eligibility.

Part-Time JobsSF State offers part-time employment on campus. Recipients of Federal Work Study Funding are especially attractive to campus employers. Check with your academic department to find openings in your field requiring specialized education, training or work experience.

LoansYou may be eligible to borrow money toward your education and living expenses each year. Submit your financial aid application on the web: fafsa.ed.gov.

Fall Semester: We begin accepting applications October Spring Semester: We begin accepting applications 1 the previous year. August 1 the previous year.

Graduate Degree ProgramsThe faculty in SF State’s 97 master’s degrees programs, Educational Leadership doctorate, and two doctoral programs offered jointly with the University of California represent outstanding teachers and scholars. Students from countries all over the world compete for acceptance into our graduate programs. Alumni who have earned their master’s and doctoral degrees from this campus have distinguished themselves nationally and internationally.

Accountancy [MS]

Accountancy [Graduate Certificate]

Anthropology [MA]

Art [MFA]

Asian American Studies [MA]

Biology [MA]Cell & Molecular Biology | Ecology, Evolution & Conservation Marine Biology | Microbiology | Physiology & Behavioral Biology

Biomedical Science [MS] Biotechnology | Stem Cell Science

Broadcast & Electronic Communication Arts [MA]Ethics and ComplianceBusiness Administration [MBA] Sustainable Business | Executive Business AdministrationBusiness [Graduate Certificate]

Chemistry [MS] Biochemistry | ChemistryChinese [MA]

Cinema Studies [MA]

Cinema [MFA]

Classics [MA]

Communication Studies [MA]

Communicative Disorders [MS] Speech-Language PathologyComparative Literature [MA]

Computer Science [MS]

Counseling [MS]Marriage, Family & Child Counseling | Counseling | Rehabilitation Counseling Creative Writing [MFA]

Design [MA]

Drama [MA]

Economics [MA]

Education [MA] Adult Education | Early Childhood Education | Educational Administration | Elementary Education | Equity & Social Justice in Education |

Instructional Technologies Language & Literacy Education | Mathematics Education Secondary Education | Special Interest

Education [Graduate Certificate]Reading | Training Systems Development

Education [Service/Specialist Credential]Administrative Services | Bilingual Authorization | Pupil Personnel Services Reading | Language Arts Specialist

Education [Teaching Credential] Multiple Subject and Single Subject

Educational Leadership [EDD] K-12 | Community College

Engineering [MS] Embedded Electrical & Computer Systems | Energy Systems Structural/Earthquake Engineering

English [MA]Composition | Creative Writing | Linguistics | Literature | Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Ethnic Studies [MA]

Ethnic Studies [Graduate Certificate]

Family and Consumer Sciences [MA]

French [MA]

Geographic Information Science [MS]

Geography [MA] Resource Management & Environmental Planning GeographyGeosciences [MS]

German [MA]

Gerontology [MA]

History [MA]

Human Sexuality Studies [MA]

Humanities [MA]

Interdisciplinary Studies [MA] [MS]

International Relations [MA]

Italian [MA]

Japanese [MA]

Kinesiology [MS]

Marine Science [MS]

Mathematics [MA]

Museum Studies [MA]

Music [MA][MM]

Nursing [MS]Family Nurse Practitioner | RN-MSN Entry Level Non RN-MSN Philosophy [MA]

Physical Therapy (joint doctorate with UCSF) [DPT]

Physics [MS]Astronomy | PhysicsPolitical Science [MA]

Psychology [MS] [MA]Clinical Psychology | Developmental Psychology | Industrial/Organizational Psychology | Mind, Brain & Behavior School Psychology | Social Psychology Public Administration [MPA]

Public Health [MPH]

Recreation, Parks, and Tourism [MS]

Social Work [MSW]

Spanish [MA]

Special Education [MA]Early Childhood Special Education | Mild/Moderate Disabilities | Moderate/Severe Disabilities | Orientation & Mobility | Visual ImpairmentSpecial Education [Graduate Certificate]Augmentative & Alternative Communication | Autism Spectrum | Early Childhood Special EducationSpecial Education [Services/Specialist Credential]Clinical or Rehabilitative Services (Orientation & Mobility) | Early Childhood Special Education | Speech-Language Pathology Services | Education SpecialistSpecial Education (joint program with the UCB) [PHD]

Theatre Arts [MFA]Design/Technical ProductionWomen and Gender Studies [MA]

2SF State alumni have won

Pulitzers

0 16Oscars

47Emmys

10Grammys

12Tonys

SF State is

bestone of the

Colleges

that Add the Most Value

–Forbes

Graduate College of Education grads

highest paidin the country

–USA Today

top one of the

10%of all business

schools globally –U.S. News & World Report

Contact UsSF State Graduate Studies offers advising for Californians, non-residents and international prospective graduate students. Graduate Studies advisors are here to help you explore our graduate programs, career options and support your application to SF State

General Inquiries

Phone: 415.338.2234Email: gradstdy@sfsu.edugrad.sfsu.edu

International Applicants

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