First-Time, First-Year (Freshman)
You have not attended a college or university after graduating from high school.
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Admissions
Join the Spartan Family
When you become a student at San José State University, you’re not just beginning your college experience, you’re joining a new, extended family.
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A diverse, close-knit community
The Spartan family is a diverse, close-knit community that supports, encourages, and guides new students along a path toward success at the largest public university in Silicon Valley.
Find your path
Which applicant are you?
Every route into SJSU has its own requirements and deadlines. Start with the one that matches you.
Graduate
You are a domestic or international applicant who has earned a bachelor’s degree and want to pursue a master's degree from one of our graduate programs.
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International First-Time, First-Year (Freshman)
You are a resident of another country who would like to pursue a bachelor's degree and require an F-1 visa or non-immigrant visa to study in the U.S.
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International Transfer
You are a resident of another country transferring to San José State University from another college or university.
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Returning
You have not attended SJSU for the past two consecutive semesters but would like to return to school to complete your college degree.
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Before you apply
Residency, documents and other routes in
Residency
Find information about how California residency is determined, how to file an appeal if you’re classified as a nonresident, exceptions and exemptions, and more. Residency
International Applicants: Financial Documents
Learn more about the required financial documents to complete your application as an international student. International Applicants: Financial Documents
Second Bachelor's
You have earned a bachelor’s degree and would like to return to college for another. Note: We currently are not accepting students interested in a second bachelor’s degree except for students who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Non-Degree Seeking
You are not a current SJSU student and would like to take courses for credit via Open University.
SJSU Online and Professional Education
Offering a wide variety of programs, students with busy lifestyles who have previous college credits can complete their bachelor's degree on a fast and flexible timeline, 100% online. SJSU Online and Professional Education
Student Outreach and Recruitment
Questions about applying to SJSU?
Connect with Student Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) to speak with an undergraduate pre-admission counselor, schedule a campus tour or attend one of our events for future Spartans. We offer services both in-person and virtually for prospective students, guests and counselors.