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Value
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Diversity
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San José State is an above-average public university located in San Jose, California in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 21,626 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the San José State acceptance rate is 77%. Popular majors include Business, Psychology, and Communications. Graduating 68% of students, San José State alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $42,200.
About
About San José State...
- Hispanic-Serving Institution
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mountain West Conference
Compare to Other Colleges
- California
- San Jose
San José State University Rankings
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SJSU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
77%
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
November 30
SAT Range
1010-1240
ACT Range
19-26
Application Fee
$70
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Will You Get Into SJSU?
Test Scores and High School GPA for San José State University
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Net Price
$14,219/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$9,210/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
65%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
18:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
71%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.242 responses
27%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.305 responses
47%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.306 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business
1,710 Graduates
Psychology
582 Graduates
Communications
309 Graduates
Computer Science
288 Graduates
Public Health
249 Graduates
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
248 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
237 Graduates
Sociology
217 Graduates
Early Childhood Education
211 Graduates
Biology
182 Graduates
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Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
64%
On Campus
28%
Online
8%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
21,626Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
5,237
Undergrads Over 25
17%
Pell Grant
35%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
218 responses
Mixed. some are party students others study
42%
Trying to get by
16%
Persistant
12%
Driven
10%
Hard-studying
10%
Unique
4%
Community
3%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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54%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.361 responses
Poll
47%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.417 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
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237 responses
Diverse
57%
Awesome
12%
Welcoming
9%
Engineering-Oriented
5%
Accessible.
4%
Overly concerned with student diversity
3%
Boring
3%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$56,100/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
68%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%
74%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.156 responses
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San José State University Reviews
Rating 3.63 out of 5 4,384 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
As a student at San Jose State University (SJSU), I've been immersed in a vibrant and diverse campus culture that has significantly enriched my academic journey.
One of the most impactful aspects of my SJSU experience has been the exceptional faculty. Our professors bring a wealth of real-world experience to the classroom, offering insights that go far beyond textbook knowledge. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise have exposed me to a wide range of perspectives, challenging me to think critically and expand my understanding of my field.
My time at SJSU has been transformative, both academically and personally. In professional settings, I've honed essential skills that will serve me well in my future career. Equally valuable has been the personal growth I've experienced, particularly in developing my interpersonal skills.
The collaborative nature of many courses and campus activities has pushed me to improve my communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
- Senior
- 3 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
Overall, the experience at San José State University has been both enriching and transformative. The diversity of its student body, besides the inclusiveness of its campus culture, has opened up many prospects for me and given me opportunities to foster lasting connections. The faculty are very knowledgeable and supportive, always urging us to strive beyond our capacity and think innovatively. I have availed myself of many academic as well as extracurricular opportunities that helped me develop both personally and professionally. Due to its location in Silicon Valley, the university offers various opportunities in terms of internships and networking. The campus life is always so full of energy and inspires me to learn and engage in this supportive community.
- Freshman
- 13 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I enjoyed my academic experience at at San Jose State University as an international student. Learning and mingling with students of various backgrounds and cultures was the highlight of my undergraduate program. I was able to feel at home at San Jose State University as the students and faculty members were very friendly and welcoming. Based on my eye-opening journey at San Jose State University, I would love to inspire students to break out of their comfort zones and embrace different cultures by furthering their education in a foreign country. I would like to see more cultural and language workshops being held on campus. This effort will help incoming international students transition seamlessly into a new environment and promote internationalization on campus.
- Alum
- 15 days ago
