Center for Student and Professional Services

Helping You Succeed

Located in Delzell 113 and 114, the Center for Student and Professional Services (CSPS) provides student support and activities in the School of Education. We will help you navigate your undergraduate career, prepare for the future and feel welcome at your home away from home. 

Undergraduate Advising

Academic advisors are a central part of your time at USD. Advisors will assist you with: 

• Planning your schedule 
• Applying to teacher education and student teaching programs
• Preparing for a future in education

Whether you are going through challenges with classes or campus life, we are here to listen and help strategize how to overcome barriers. You may schedule appointments to meet with your advisor using Coyote Connections on the portal.

Student and Professional Services 

The CSPS also offers: 

• Program and application information for all divisions 
• Analysis of transfer credits related to education courses
• Assistance with institution procedure
• Information concerning professional education organizations
• Praxis testing information
• Field experience placement
• Certification support for graduate and undergraduate students 
• Career and professional development services

You can learn more about the services listed above by sending an email to SOEStudentServices@usd.edu or by calling our office at 605-658-6606.