4. Academic Excellence: A Proud Tradition
• Founded in 1857, SJSU was
the first public college in the
western United States and the
first campus in the California
State University system
• Today, SJSU is proud to be
a national and international
leader in higher education
5. Academic Excellence
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in 134 areas of study
• Outstanding faculty and small class sizes
• Ranks in the top 10 public universities in the
Western U.S. (U.S. News & World Report 2011)
• Graduate School of Business ranked among
301 best business programs in the U.S.
• Engineering among top 20 schools in the nation
offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees,
Industrial/Manufacturing ranked 3rd, Computer
Engineering ranked 5th, Undergraduate Engineering
ranked 19th
• One of top 200 research universities in the U.S.
6. Academic Excellence: Martin Luther King, Jr., Library
• State-of-the-art complex
completed in 2003 in
partnership with the City of
San José and SJSU
• It is dedicated to life-long
learning for all members of
the public and university
communities
• The King Library houses over
1.5 million volumes, seats more
than 3500 people and receives
over 2 million visitors each year
8. Exceptional Value
• California State University
system is one of the most
affordable in the U.S.
– Annual tuition and fees
at SJSU for international
students (2011-12): $16,472
– On-campus housing and
other expenses: $12,000
– TOTAL average
annual costs: $28,729
10. Silicon Valley Innovation
• San José is “The Capital of
Silicon Valley,” the world’s center
for technology and innovation
• SJSU is the top provider
of engineering, science
and business graduates
to Silicon Valley
11. Silicon Valley Innovation
More than 1,000 major high-tech companies are
headquartered within 40 km of the SJSU campus!
12. Vibrant Downtown Campus
• The heart of downtown San José
• Contemporary student housing
• Martin Luther King Jr. Library
13. Endless Recreation
• Mild California climate
• Nearby attractions
• Shopping & dining
• Entertainment
15. Cultural Diversity
• SJSU student body represents
a true crossroads of cultures
• More than 2,600 international
students come to SJSU from
around the world
• SJSU ranks #1 in U.S. for total
number of international students
(Among institutions that issue master’s degrees)
16. Influential Chinese Community
• San Jose has fourth largest
Chinese population among
U.S. cities
• Wide variety of cultural
groups and events
• Active Chinese Student
Association at SJSU
“ SJSU is such an open, diverse,
accepting community. I feel very
comfortable here.
”
- Jack, Qingdao, China
17. Influential Chinese Community
• The Chinese government
considers SJSU one of the
best Chinese leadership
training sites in America
Mme. Liu Yandong and
Dean/Associate Vice President Dr. Mark Novak
18. International Gateways
• A unique program at SJSU
for international students
• Academic and TOEFL
preparation courses
• Active communication in English
• Assistance with housing
• Support for adjusting to
American culture
20. Undergraduate Admission Requirements
• For an introduction, visit:
csumentor.com/planning/international
• Freshman (first year) admission is based
on successful completion of high school
with the equivalent of at least a U.S. 3.0
grade point average.
• Transfer student (has completed 60
semester units) admission is based on the
equivalent of at least a U.S. 2.4 grade
point average received in all college or
university coursework. SJSU offers conditional admission, info.sjsu.edu/web-
dbgen/narr/static/admission/intl-cond.html to undergraduate programs to
first time freshman students who are academically qualified, but have not
• In addition, international student applicants met the English language requirement at the time of application.
must meet minimum score requirements Applicants are issued a conditional admission letter to SJSU and advised
to attend International Gateways for assistance in meeting the language
on an approved English language requirement: igateways.sjsu.edu
proficiency test.
21. Graduate Admission Requirements
• For an introduction, visit:
csumentor.com/planning/international
• Many of our graduate programs require
applicants to take a standardized test before
they may be admitted to the program. For
further information please visit:
sjsu.edu/gape/prospective_students/
• In addition, check your intended graduate
program department,
sjsu.edu/gape/graduate_programs/index.htm
, to learn if it requires a separate department
application or letters of recommendation, or
has other department procedures. All
supplemental department materials should
be sent directly to your intended department.
Notes:Wide Range of Degree ProgramsApproximately 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students in eight colleges69 bachelor’s degrees with 81 concentrations, 65 master’s degrees with 29 concentrationsOutstanding Faculty and Small Class SizesMost classes under 40 studentsNationally Ranked UniversityRanks tenth in the U.S. in total number of minority graduatesRanks among the top 10 public universities in the Western U.S. offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees (#10 in 2011 U.S. News & World Report)Top-rated ProgramsEngineering programs ranked among highest in the nationGraduate School of Business ranked among 301 best business programs in U.S.
NotesOn-campus housing is required for all first-year university studentsCompare costs to Stanford ($52,000) and U.C. Berkeley ($46,000)
Notes: About SJSU The presence of great universities helps explain the success of Silicon ValleyNearly 200 SJSU graduates have founded, co-founded or served as top-level executives of major public and private companies (including Intel, Oracle, and Seagate)Top provider of engineering, science and business graduates to Silicon Valley
Notes:The heart of downtown San JoséCampus covers 19 city blocks154 acres in downtown San José23 academic buildings Contemporary student housing7 residence halls Campus Village: multi-story residence hub completed in 2005Contemporary living space for more than 2,000 students, faculty and staffIncludes retail and recreational facilitiesInternational HouseSupervised off-campus home to 70 domestic and international studentsOffers a unique opportunity to interact with students from around the world Martin Luther King Jr. LibraryState-of-the-art facility built in 2003Built in partnership with the City of San José
Mild California climateAverage 300 days of sunshine per yearAverage temperature 16°CPerfect for year-round outdoor activities: running, hiking, biking, etc.Nearby attractions+ San Francisco+ Santa Cruz Beach+ Yosemite+ Lake TahoeNapa ValleyMonterey BayShopping & diningDowntown restaurants & nightlifeSantana RowMallsGilroy OutletsEntertainmentMovies, music, theater, museumsSpartan Athletics and professional sports teams: Sharks, Giants, A’s, Forty-Niners, Warriors, Raiders, Earthquakes
Notes:Crossroads of Cultures31.7 % Asian26.3 % Caucasian 9.5 % Mexican-American7.0 % Filipino4.0 % African-American 12th most diverse campus in the Western U.S. Students come to SJSU from around the worldIndiaChinaVietnamTaiwanJapanIndonesiaSouth KoreaMalaysiaCanadaUnited Kingdom International StudentsRanked first in total number of international students among all master’s-issuing institutions in the U.S.
San José has a Chinese population of more than 60,000 residents (4th in the U.S.)Bay Area offers a wide variety of Chinese professional organizations, social clubs, cultural groups, radio and TV stations, newspapers, magazines, dance, music, theater, sports and special eventsActive Chinese Student Association at SJSU
NotesAcademic and TOEFL preparation9 or 17-week programs (20 hours per week)Have been training International students for 35 yearsActive Communication in EnglishHelp improve English skills through immersion in campus life6-week program (18 classroom hours per week)Housing options include: Campus Village ApartmentsInternational HouseHomestaysOff-Campus ApartmentsHotels and MotelsSupport for adjusting to American cultureExperienced advisors Supportive communityMonthly activities, field trips, etc.Conversation Clubs
