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College Info
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- private
Official website
www.sjsu.eduUSAQS #6 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
SanJose State University (SJSU)
San Jose State University (SJSU) is a public research university located in downtown San Jose, California. It is the third oldest public university in California and a member of the California State University system. SJSU offers over 150 undergraduate and graduate programs, with strong emphasis on engineering, business, and computer science. The university is known for its diverse student body, innovative research initiatives, and community engagement programs.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
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Live portal snapshot
QS World #140 · 2024Outlook #160 · 2024US News #170 · 2024Times Higher Education #190 · 2024Shanghai #150 · 2023
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
3/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
100% placement rate
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Student Life
35,000 students (3,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. LibrarySpartan Sports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingDining Centers
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 79%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 79%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school