Presidio Graduate School

San Francisco, CA
1202 Ralston Ave #300, San Francisco, CA 94129-1749
415-655-8918

Presidio Graduate School (PGS) is a private, accredited institution located in San Francisco, California. PGS confers masters degrees in business, environmental management, and urban planning. The school is notable for its focus on social and environmental responsibility, and for its unique pedagogy, which integrates academic study with real-world experience.

Founded in 2002, PGS was the first graduate school in the United States to require all students to complete a professional internship as part of their degree program. PGS has a strong commitment to social and environmental responsibility, and all of its programs are designed to prepare students for leadership roles in these fields.

The school’s curriculum is based on the principles of systems thinking, which emphasize the interconnectedness of all aspects of the natural and built environment. PGS students learn to apply these principles to real-world problems in their internships and coursework.

PGS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The school’s MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

PGS has a diverse student body, with students coming from all over the United States and from more than 20 countries. The school’s faculty is also diverse, with scholars and practitioners from a variety of disciplines.

PGS is committed to making its programs accessible to all qualified students, regardless of financial need. The school offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid options.

PGS graduates are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century with the skills and knowledge they need to be effective leaders in their fields. The school’s alumni are making a difference in the world, working in a variety of sectors including business, government, nonprofits, and academia.



Quick Facts

Enrollment: 152

Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Main Website: https://www.presidio.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.presidio.edu/admissions/tuition-and-financial-assistance/#financial-assistance