Graduate and Credential Studies

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A Bay Area institution for over 160 years, NDNU symbolizes a tradition of higher learning. Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) is a private, independent, coeducational Catholic university located in California on the San Francisco peninsula in Silicon Valley. Established in 1851, the university offers programs for working adults to complete their bachelors, masters, or credentials in the evening, as well as a full-time day undergraduate program.

About NDNU...

As a masters university dedicated to higher learning, NDNU is proud to deliver good value, innovative faculty mentorship, extensive professional networks, and a diverse population. The Bay Areas successful business leaders, educators, artists, and community organizers choose to build their professional skills and develop their careers through NDNU.

NDNU is situated in the heart of one of the countrys most exciting regions for professional possibilities and personal enrichment. Whether youre returning to school to reshape your career or broaden your opportunities, NDNU provides the tools you need for your future. NDNU is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Where ambition meets flexibility.

Reach your goals. Discover your potential. Pursuing your future can be a reality through

Notre Dame de Namurs evening graduate

and credential programs, designed with

working adults in mind. When you enroll in

NDNU, you join an impressive network of

professionals and an academic community

that supports your personal and career growth.

At NDNU, take advantage of personalized staff and faculty advising tailored to your needs. Built-in

flexibility allows you to schedule classes around work and personal commitments. The opportunity to start

your program when you want or pause when you need offers peace of mind. Most classes meet just

once a week, giving you the freedom to take one or more classes each semester. Marketable, practical

skill- building for advancement is the goal of NDNUs graduate and credential programs, and getting

started is easier than you think. When youre ready, NDNU is there to help you make it happen from

first contact, to graduation and beyond.

1. Personalized Education

With an average class size of 17

students, individual attention helps

students actively learn and collaborate.

An emphasis on practical application

gives you an immediate advantage in

your field.

2. Get More Flexibility Keep Your Momentum

NDNU goes further to support students

busy lives. With flexible scheduling and

rolling admissions, students have the

freedom to advance their careers while

working and making time for family.

3. Friends in High Places

Join a community of influential

professionals and gain access to a

network of working faculty, students,

and graduates. NDNU organizes

frequent networking events and

has formal partnerships with leading

corporations, 30 regional school districts,

and 50 human services agencies.

4. A Respected Institution

NDNU is a fully accredited university

with over 160 years of commitment to

education, academic excellence, and

community building. Of our full-time

faculty, most hold doctorates or terminal

degrees. All programs are carefully

designed to meet real-world criteria

for application and marketability.

5. Learn and Work in an Ideal Location

On-campus amenities include a writing

center and library, parking, and dining

facilities. A serene haven on 50 wooded

acres offers safety and resources you

wont find in an urban setting. NDNU is

easily accessible from freeways and is

situated midway between San Francisco

and San Jose.

Where ambition meets flexibility.

I was full of self-doubt, which quickly went away once I attended my first few classes. From the beginning, the instructors made it clear school was an interactive experience. The instructors were there to help you learn, not just lecture. NDNU offers an experience the large public schools cant offer. At NDNU, the professors know the students. The staff and faculty care.

Charles Witt, MPA 09

Enrollment Facts

1,967full-andpart-timestudents

Over800graduateandcredentialstudents

Over1,196graduateandundergraduateadultstudents takeclassesatnight

28statesrepresented

23countriesrepresented

45%ofnewgraduatestudentsappliedonthebasisofpersonalrecommendation

NDNUs professional business programs mirror the fast pace and global reach of todays corporate environment. Business faculty from diverse backgrounds encourage students to explore innovations in business, public administration, and technology. Some classes blend online with in-class learning, and two programs are now offered fully online.

MBA students gain professional critical decision-making, global business management, and leadership skills essential for success in business.

MPA students gain a unique blend of business, management and human resource skills to work effectively in management positions within public, non-profit and services related organizations.

The MSM program focuses on developing skills for managing global teams, projects, programs, and sustainable systems.

Each of these educational degree programs encourages professional, social, and personal breakthroughs in discovering new ways of thinking. Students quickly absorb the lessons and tools needed for success.

PROGRAMS

Master of Business Administration, MBA Finance HumanResources Marketing

Master of Public Administration, MPA* HumanResources PublicAffairs

Administration

Master of Science in Management, MSM*

Certificate: Human Resource Management

*On-campus or online

A degree can change the world.

Business and Management

Business and Management

Looking back, the content I studied, the tools I acquired, and the skills I learned are all aspects of this educational experience which promote a positive outlook and make me better at what I do. They are qualities inherent to my job that I could not, or would not, develop on my own.

Michael Foley, MBA 10

For over 60 years, NDNUs teacher education programs have earned a reputation for excellence, unmatched by any other institution in our region.

Faculty members with diverse academic expertise and practical experience lead NDNUs masters degree programs. They individualize program content to help each student reach his or her personal and professional goals, and they serve as mentors for field experience, research, and career advancement.

Our teacher credential offerings are among the most renowned in the Bay Area. NDNU has partnered with an extensive network of school districts, enabling the placement of students in teaching environments that match their interests.

All NDNU credential programs meet the standards of the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Teach. Lead. Start a ripple that makes waves.

PROGRAMS

Master of Arts Education SpecialEducation School

Administration

Teacher Education Credentials MultipleSubject

Credential SingleSubject

Credential Administrative

Services Credential Educational

Specialist Credential, Level I

Education and Leadership

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Education and Leadership

PROGRAMS

Art Therapy Psychology ArtTherapy,MA MarriageandFamily

Therapy, MA PostMasters

(related field): Art Therapy, MA

Ph.DinArtTherapy*

Clinical Psychology Clinical

Psychology, MS ClinicalPsychology:

(MFT) MS

Computer and Information Science, MS**

Certificates: Clinical Gerontology, Pre-medical

* Pending WASC approval** Online only

High-tech.High-touch.

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The Clinical Psychology department made it possible for me to start classes in the summer to shorten the length of time it would take to finish my degree. I appreciated the flexibility of the program. Anette Voges, MS, Marriage and Family Therapy

Sciences Psychology Programs

Featuring an effective combination of theory and practice, these programs prepare students for careers in clinical practice, doctoral study, and professional roles in human services agencies.

Master of Science degrees are offered through the Clinical Psychology program. Master of Arts are granted through the Art Therapy program. Students may choose programs that lead to Marriage and Family Therapy licensure through either department. Effective Fall 2012, Clinical Psychology will offer a combined MFT/LPCC degree (Marriage and Family Therapy/Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) that may lead to dual licensure. Both programs are approved by the Board of Behavioral Science as meeting the requirements for the Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

NDNU plans to offer a Doctor of Philosophy in Art Therapy, the only one currently offered in the United States. NDNUs Masters programs in the Art Therapy Psychology Department are nationally

recognized for their excellence and are approved by the American Art Therapy Association.

Computer and Information Science Online

A Master of Science in CIS is now offered through NDNU online. Take a comprehensive, real-world approach toward the software-creation process and gain valuable practical experience. The online MS offers an innovative, cutting-edge curriculum that provides you with the theoretical knowledge as well as technical, managerial, and hands-on skills you need to successfully develop and lead major software projects from conception to launch.

Sciences

Arts and Humanities

English Program

NDNUs graduate program in English takes advantage of the San Francisco Bay Areas international reputation as a home to some of the worlds best-loved authors and poets creative writers drawn to a thriving literary community. Writers may choose to focus on a genre or develop a masters thesis derived from independent study.

Graduates of the English Program become professional writers and teachers, or they use their well-honed skills in publishing, business, and consulting careers.

The annual Creative Writers Series is sponsored by the NDNU English Department and enables students to interact with noted and diverse authors and scholars.

Music and Vocal Arts

NDNUs Music and Vocal Arts, and Music Theatre Conservatory programs provide students with exceptional opportunities for development of the skills necessary for the complete performer on the opera, musical theatre, and concert stage. Students will find an exceptional faculty of dedicated professional performers, directors and educators with extensive resumes of work across the country and around the world. Exceptional master teachers visit throughout the year.

Students choose an area of emphasis within the degree: vocal or

instrumental performance, musical theatre, collaborative piano/

accompanying, or pedagogy. Our graduates are singing and dancing

on Broadway national tours, both onstage and as musical directors,

singing with international opera festivals, acting on national television,

and teaching in top schools in the Bay Area and around the country.

Creativity is always relevant.

PROGRAMS

Master of Arts in English Literature CreativeWriting

Master of Fine Arts in Musical Performance, MFA

Certificate: Performance

NDNU has prepared me for a professional career in music. NDNUs connections with outstanding programs and musicians have made my introductions into the local music scene easy. I am so appreciative of the efforts by the faculty to make NDNU a place for inspired music-making.

Michael Najar Musical Performance Program

The Clinical Psychology department made it possible for me to start classes in the summer to shorten the length of time it would take to finish my degree. I appreciated the flexibility of the program. Anette Voges, MS, Marriage and Family Therapy

Arts and Humanities

Application

Returning to school should fit your life. Not the other way around. Complete a credential program, get your Masters degree, or just take a class. From the application process to enrollment, getting started is easy. With fast admission decisions, you can apply anytime with dedicated staff and advisors to speed the process.

Financing Your EducationEducational financing is available to most students through:EmployertuitionreimbursementLow-interestfederalStaffordloansOtherfederalloansPrivateloans

Payment plan options are available. Some companies and organizations offer reimbursement for tuition. Check with your employer.

Making it happen for you.

ApplyYou can apply online through our website, mail in, or bring us your application in person. Or you can attend an information forum. Check the schedule of upcoming events on our website.

Each graduate program has specific application and admission requirements, so please refer to the website and application for more information. GRE and GMAT scores are not required to be admitted.

For more information: email: grad.admit@ndnu.edu (650) 508-3600, or (800) 263-0545

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NDNU admits students throughout the year for spring, summer, and fall semesters.

Apply online: www.ndnu.edu/apply

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NDNUs credential and masters programs are invaluable resources for anyone considering entering the educational field. You not only have unparalleled access to professors with a wealth of knowledge, but you will begin to develop a network of peers that is priceless and which will last a lifetime. NDNU provides a personal approach to education that cannot be matched in the Bay Area and I am proud to call myself an NDNU alum.

Kelly Delaney Teaching Credential MA, Education, 09