Why SJSU? | Admissions
Why SJSU?
What’s the next big thing? You are.
San José State University has always been a place of firsts. And we’re still leading
the way.
When you become a student at San José State, we will never stop offering you the latest
and greatest, giving the best of us so you can be your best self. Whether you are
the first in your family to hone your skills in college or a future legend in your
field of choice, SJSU’s team of champions offers world-class opportunities in learning,
work, and community to prepare you for a future of limitless possibilities.
Transform Your Life
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Majors and Programs
San José State provides a wide range of undergraduate programs, with both online and
in-person courses, that promote intellectual inquiry and independent thought.
SJSU Online
also offers five fully online degree completion programs.
Tuition and Fees
San José State is dedicated to providing affordable access to high-quality education
at the fraction of the cost — learn more about tuition, meal plans, financial aid
and scholarships.
Degree Roadmap
See what the roadmap looks like to stay on track to graduate in four years for first-year
students and two years for transfers.
Housing
From traditional residence halls to Greek houses and downtown apartments, San José
State offers multiple housing options that will fit your needs.
Campus Life
Through shared experiences with peers, service to the community, and acts of creation,
recreation and cohabitation, discover what San José State has to offer beyond the
classroom.
Connect With a Counselor
Need help planning your journey to San José State or just have some questions? Our
admission counselors are ready to help.
Your Health and Well-being
Student Recreation and Aquatic Center
Our state-of-the-art Student Recreation and Aquatic Center (SRAC) houses everything
you need to begin or maintain your fitness goals. Sign up for a cycle class, try bouldering,
join a pick-up game or just hang out by the pool. SRAC offers you a way to pursue
a host of physical activities right on campus. You might even discover a lifelong
pastime or hobby.
SJSU Cares
SJSU Cares provides you the resources and services for any type of financial crisis
you may face during your journey at San José State — from having trouble paying for
food, housing or other bills, we are always here to help.
Health and Wellness Resources
Taking care of your health and wellness is critical to your academic success. At San
José State, we provide a variety of resources to help you take care of all the dimensions
of wellness: physical, social, emotional, occupational, multicultural, environmental,
spiritual and intellectual.
SJSU's Mission and Values
Dedication to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
San José State is unique in its long history of student civil rights activism, service
to first-generation student populations and racial and ethnic diversity. SJSU's Office
of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion works to create a campus community that is free
from discrimination and systemic and cultural barriers to your academic success.
Commitment to Sustainability
We offer a wide range of academic courses and programs related to sustainability,
as well as ongoing campus-wide efforts to minimize San José State’s "ecological footprint"
by reducing campus energy consumption, water use, and waste.
Support for Local Community
With San José State located in the heart of the city, we’ve created the SJSU Loves
SJ initiative in collaboration with downtown organizations and San José City Hall
to further connect and integrate students with the culture of the thriving local community.
Career Pathways
SJSU students celebrate the last day of Google’s Computer Science Program.
Every Spartan Emerges Career Ready
Visit the Career Center to see where your degree from Silicon Valley's Public University
can take you. Build relevant career experiences by tapping into our network of over
9,000 local and 30,000 global employers that seek SJSU students.
Visit the Career Center
Spartan Testimonials
Stories of Transformation at SJSU
A university education can be measured in many ways, such as in degrees earned, years
of study accomplished, money spent or saved, lifelong friendships made, or mentorships
and relationships formed. San José State University was named the #1 Most Transformative
University in the nation by Money magazine, in part, because Spartans say that SJSU
has helped them transform and effect positive change, not only for themselves but
also for their communities.
Marielle Lacanlale
’22 Nursing
“If I had not gone to SJSU to pursue nursing, I would not have been able to develop
the work ethic that I have now to achieve my goals. SJSU has also provided me with
a very strong Filipino community. Now that I am in the nursing school here, SJSU has
provided me with so many opportunities to make a difference within my community.”
Tommy Wen Chin
’22 Physics
“[My SJSU professor] gave me the courage that I had been longing for to pursue physics.
Every day since then, I have been very grateful for the opportunity to pursue what
I truly love.”
Alexandra Salazar
’20 Molecular Biology
“Coming to SJSU introduced me to the mentors that would see my potential and help
transform me into the scientist I am becoming. Thanks to the resources and guidance
I received at SJSU, I will begin pursuing my PhD in neuroscience at the Scripps Research
Institute starting fall 2021.”
Rankings and Accomplishments
#5 Public University in the U.S.
In its 2025 Best College in the U.S. Ranking, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) ranked
SJSU as the #4 best public university in the nation.
#1 Best Value Public University in the West
Ranked #1 among Public Universities by
U.S. News and World Report
in Best Value based on academic quality and net cost of attendance.
#3 Top Colleges for Diversity in the West
Ranked #3 among Public Universities by
U.S. News and World Report
for Campus Ethnic Diversity.
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Requirements and Next Steps for Admission
Learn more about GPA and course requirements or register for our next workshop to
learn how to fill out an application for San José State.
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Undergraduate:
Interested in applying to an undergraduate program or visiting campus, visit our
Undergraduate Student Outreach and Recruitment Office website
Graduate:
Interested in applying to a graduate program or have questions about applying, visit
our
Graduate Enrollment Management Office website
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Phone
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Email
Undergraduate
admissions@sjsu.edu
Graduate
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(credential, masters, doctoral, and advanced certificate)
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Student Services Center (SSC)
One Washington Square
San José, CA 95192
Mailing Address
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
San Jose State University
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA 95192-0016
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