About SJSU
San José State University (SJSU) — public non-profit university. It is located in California, United States. As an active member of California State University System, American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), SJSU is participating in developing the academic environment.
SJSU is one of the best universities in the United States. Times Higher Education World University Ranking — THE, which is based on 13 criterias, places the institution in 48 place.
SJSU offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
- Location
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California, United States
- Establishment year
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1857
- Students
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29,960
- International students
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3,295
- Female students
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52%
- Acceptance rate
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70%
Place in ratings
- Rating in the USA
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2021#146
- Rating THE
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2022#48
SJSU tuition fees
At SJSU, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. At SJSU, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 4,465 USD per year. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
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Semesters
- Scholarships
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No
- Financial Aidallowances and other types of social assistance
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Yes
- Bachelorcitizens and foreigners
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5,740 USD/year
- Mastercitizens and foreigners
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4,465 USD/year
Bachelor degree at SJSU
Applicants are accepted to undergraduate programs with a GPA of at least 3. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS, PTE or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 61. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.
- GPA
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3
- IELTS
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6
- TOEFL iBT
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61
- TOEFL PBT
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500
Master's degree at SJSU
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at SJSU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 80 or higher. There is an opportunity to study at SJSU via online master's programs.
- IELTS
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6.5
- TOEFL iBT
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80
- TOEFL PBT
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550
SJSU campus
SJSU has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. During the period of study, students can use the university library, where they can do homework and write scientific papers. SJSU accepts students for international exchange programs. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in intercultural communication for both international and local students.
- Campus Type
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Urban
- Library
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Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
