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USC Rossier (pronounced “ross-EAR”) is part of the University of Southern California, one of the world’s leading private research universities. Learn more about how we prepare leaders to drive educational excellence.
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School Overview

Our mission is to prepare leaders who drive educational excellence and equity through practice, research, and policy. Dedicated to expanding learning opportunities in diverse and urban settings, we strive to address disparities impacting historically underserved communities.

Guided by USC Rossier’s faculty, leaders in education research and curriculum innovation, students learn to value cultural contexts and to critically examine systems shaping educational policies and practices.

With a commitment to solving today’s toughest educational challenges, USC Rossier empowers students to create lasting, positive change.

Accreditation

The University of Southern California is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

The USC Rossier School of Education is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

All of USC Rossier’s K–12 credential programs are accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC).

USC Rossier Facts & Figures

2,500 The number of enrolled graduate students at USC Rossier.

83 The number of alumni currently serving as superintendents of education in California.

46% The percentage of USC Rossier students who identify as first generation.

7 The number of faculty listed in the American Enterprise Institute’s Top 200 Scholars Influencing Educational Policy and Practice.

6 The number of USC Rossier faculty members that are elected members of the National Academy of Education.

The USC Rossier Difference

Immersive experiences that prepare future leaders.

Ready to drive change with immersive, practical experiences? We prepare leaders to advance education through rigorous, interdisciplinary coursework, in-depth practicums and more.

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Practicum

Practicum

Get practical, supervised experience in your subject area, integrating classroom learning with real-world practice.

Certificates

Certificates

Designed for classroom educators, school administrators and other professionals, certificates offer focused training and expertise in various areas of education.
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Research

Research

USC Rossier encourages big picture and interdisciplinary work. There are four expertise areas: Higher Education, K-12 Educational Policy, Psychology in Education and Teacher Education.

Concentrations

Concentrations

The PhD and select EdD programs offer concentrations in areas like Higher Education, K-12 Educational Policy, Psychology in Education and Teacher Education.

“Our community of scholars, students and staff work collaboratively to push the boundaries of knowledge and make a meaningful impact on the world.”

Pedro A. Noguera

Dean, USC Rossier School of Education

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