How to Apply

"Orientation and Mobility:
A Basic Freedom"

- California Association of
O&M Specialists (CAOMS)

What are the Criteria for Admission into the O&M Program?
Students applying for admission to the program must have:

* A baccalaureate degree (in any subject) from an accredited college or university

* A 2.67 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)

* Two letters of reference

* Have taken the C-BEST exam. This is an exam on basic reading, writing, and math skills. Out-of-state students can take this exam during the first semester of enrollment.

* The GRE is not required.

Can I begin the program at any time?
Yes. Students can begin their program in either the fall or spring semester.

Applications for fall enrollment are due March 15th of each year.

Applications for spring enrollment are due October 15th of each year.

A Special Note: Students who apply for fall admission can often take courses in the preceding summer. The deadline for registering for summer courses varies according to the scheduled date on which the course begins. For more information, please contact Dr. Sandra Rosen, O&M Program Coordinator, at mobility@sfsu.edu

How do I apply to the program?
Complete two application forms, one to San Francisco State University, and one to the SFSU Dept. of Special Education.

To download applications click on the following links: SFSU Graduate Division for a university application and the SFSU College of Education Office of Program Admissions for a special education application.

If you have any questions about the program or application procedures, or have difficulty downloading the applications, contact Dr. Sandra Rosen, Program Coordinator, by telephone at 415-338-1245 or by e-mail at: mobility@sfsu.edu

Program in Orientation and Mobility Department of Special Education San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco CA 94132-4158

Last update: August 11, 2005 | Comments or Questions mobility@sfsu.edu
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