Semester @ SFSU
Program Type
- Academic Credit
Format
- In Person
Area of Study
Cost
$449 + Programming Fees
Average Completion Time
One to Two Semesters
When to Start
Fall, Spring
About this program
Spend a semester or year studying at San Francisco State University through Semester @ SFSU. As an international partner university student, you can take academic courses across more than 100 disciplines on a space-available basis. Choose classes in business, engineering, design, communication, international relations, social sciences and more while you learn in a diverse and welcoming University community.
Introduction
Watch this video information session to learn about Semester @ SFSU. Hear from Alexander Chang, director of recruitment and global partnership, as you explore program details, course options and how to apply.
SFSU Campus
Classes will be held at the San Francisco State University campus. The campus is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood near the Pacific Ocean.
About SFSUAbout the Semester @ SFSU Program
Semester @ SFSU allows you to:
- Enroll in 12 undergraduate units or 9 graduate units each semester
- Study on campus with SFSU students for one or two semesters
- Receive an official SFSU transcript with your completed courses
- Transfer units and grades to your home university, if approved
- Take A U 110: Living in San Francisco at no cost to explore the city and build community
A diverse and welcoming campus
San Francisco State University is a public doctoral university serving students from the Bay Area, across California and around the world. You can choose from a wide range of programs across many fields of study.
At SFSU, you join a diverse and welcoming community of students, faculty and alumni who contribute to the economic, cultural and civic life of San Francisco and beyond. The University is committed to academic excellence, community engagement and social justice. Learn more on the San Francisco State University website.
Learn in San Francisco and Silicon Valley
At SFSU, you learn through experience. Faculty bring real-world knowledge into the classroom and connect your studies to industry and career paths.
Simple admission with full campus access
You can enjoy the benefits of the University with a streamlined application process. Explore San Francisco with an included transit pass, attend campus events and experience a vibrant and diverse campus community.
Support and resources
- Advising for course selection and registration
- Orientation to University resources and expectations
- Academic support and housing assistance
- Unlimited transit pass for local buses and trains
- Opportunities to explore San Francisco through cultural and recreational activities
Semester Tuition:
- $7,020 for 12 units (undergraduate or graduate non-business)
- $5,265 for 9 units (graduate non-business)
- $7,749 for 9 units (graduate business)
- $449 per unit (online)
- Plus applicable program fees
Length: One to two semesters
Start terms: Fall, Spring
You can request on-campus or off-campus housing as a Semester @ SFSU student.
If you are from a partner university, you will attend Semester @ SFSU in person as a J-1 exchange visitor. The program encourages you to engage with the local community and share your culture while you study in the United States.
As a J-1 student, you are expected to support the international community at SFSU through campus and community activities. You will learn more during the required J-1 orientation.
You may also join the program online through Open University if you meet eligibility requirements.
To confirm if your university is an SFSU partner, contact the director of recruitment and global partnership at achang@sfsu.edu.
What Students Say
San Francisco is a wonderful city with many parks, attractions and diverse neighborhoods. The campus in the south of San Francisco also offers many opportunities for studying, resting, meeting friends and playing sports. My classes were interesting, and in addition to the regular classes, I signed up for a free Living in San Francisco class for international students, where we explored different parts of the city with a local guide to learn more about the places. Today I look back on five months full of new experiences, new friends and a lot of fun!
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