SJSU: Gateway to SuccessSan José State University

International and Extended Studies

Why International Students Choose San José State University

Unique Opportunities

Academic Excellence Exceptional Value

Ideal Location

Succeed in the World

One Great Place to StudyStudy in English

Live in California

Study at San José State University

Why SJSU? San Jose: A Great Place To Study

• 23 campuses across California• Over 417,000 students• Over 46,000 faculty and staff• Largest and most diverse

university system in the country• Over 1,800 Bachelor’s degree

and Master’s degree

The California State University System

Academic Excellence

• Founded in 1857

• First public college in the western United States

• First campus in the California State University system

• 134 Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees

• Outstanding faculty and small class sizes

Academic Excellence: A Proud Tradition at SJSU

• State-of-the-art complex completed in 2003

• City of San José and SJSU partnership

• Dedicated to life-long learning for

all public and university communities

• Over 1.5 million volumes

• Over 2 million visitors each year

Academic Excellence: Martin Luther King, Jr., Library

• Top 10 public universities in theWestern U.S. (U.S. News & World Report 2011)

• One of top 200 research universities 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

• Graduate School of Business ranked among 301 best business programs in the U.S.

Academic Excellence: Rankings

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

Exceptional Value

• 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)

Cultural Diversity

Academic Advising Orientation International House Campus Events Immigration Advising

International Programs and Services

Why SJSU?Study in English

Study in English in SJSU

ESL

Culture ESP

• Intensive English Program

• Academic and Test preparation

• Active communication in English

• CEA accreditation

• Academic and Immigration Advising

International Gateways @ SJSU

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Study in English: English Language Program Standards

Study in English: SJSU Studies in American Language

Academic and Test Preparation (ATP)• 20 hours of intensive English language

instruction per week• Concurrent enrollment in regular

university classes for advanced students

• Over 20 elective courses

Active Communication in English (ACE)• Experience California summer and

American culture• Build fluency and confidence• Join weekly field trips

• Semester At SJSU (SAS)– Study 1 or 2 semesters at SJSU

and earn credits without formal admission

– Global Studies Certificate– TOEFL score required

• MBA Preparation (MBP)– GMAT Preparation, Business

Case Studies, Presentation Skills

– TOEFL score required – Application workshops and

advising for grad schools

Study in English: SJSU International University Studies

• Training Tomorrow’s Officers

• Teaching English in English

• Young Researchers

• Business and Professional Communication

• Global Leaders

Study in English SJSU ESP and Custom Programs

Why SJSU?Live in California

• 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

Live in California: Silicon Valley Innovation

• More than 1,000 major high-tech companies are headquartered within 40 km of the SJSU campus!

Live in California: Silicon Valley Innovation

 

AIER Ranked #1 US College Destination: (Mid-size Metros)1.San José, CA2.Austin, TX3.Hartford, CT 4.Raleigh, NC 5.Denver, CO •AIER (American Institute for Economic Research) ranks the best American cities to live in for college students (student diversity, cost of living, earning potential, and entrepreneurial activity).

Live in California: Quality of Life

• San José, California offers– Silicon Valley innovation– Vibrant downtown campus– Endless recreation

Live in California

Lifestyle

• Transportation– Free Public transportation

• Housing– International House– Campus Village– Apartments– Homestays

Live in California

Live in California: Campus Clubs

• Active Student Life• Clubs and Events

Live in California

• Mild California climate

• Nearby attractions

• Shopping & dining

• Entertainment

Live in California: Endless Recreation

Why SJSU?Succeed in the World

Succeed in the World: A Clear Path to Global Success

San José State University

• One credit classes

• TOEFL Waiver to private universities and community colleges

UniversityAnd College courses

1-2 years

SJSU International Gateways prepares students to:•Earn university degrees•Establish successful careers•Succeed in the global marketplace

Succeed in the World: Prepare Now

• Award-winning Career Center• On-Campus work opportunities• Optional Practical Training

Succeed in the World: SJSU Career Center

Succeed in the World: SJSU offers a program for every purpose

High School Student, Italy

College Student, Korea

College Student, Japan

Economist, Russia

Professional, Vietnam

Teacher, Japan

College Student, Germany

Doctor, Korea

College Student, Iran

Business Professional, Brazil

Admission RequirementsUndergraduate & Graduate

• 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 some college courses) admission is based on the equivalent of at least a U.S. 2.4 grade point average received in all college or university coursework.

• In addition, international student applicants must meet minimum score requirements on an approved English language proficiency test.

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

SJSU offers conditional admission, info.sjsu.edu/web-dbgen/narr/admission/rec-1367.html, to undergraduate programs to first time freshman students who are academically qualified, but have not met the English language requirement at the time of application. Applicants are issued a conditional admission letter to SJSU and advised to attend International Gateways for assistance in meeting the language requirement: igateways.sjsu.edu

• For an introduction, visit: csumentor.com/planning/international

• Graduate programs may require a standardized test before admission. For further information please visit: sjsu.edu/gape/prospective_students/test_requirements/index.htm 

• Check your intended graduate program department for details sjsu.edu/gape/graduate_programs/index.htm for details

Graduate Admission Requirements

Why International Students Choose San José State University

Career Success

Academic Excellence Exceptional Value

Ideal Location

Your Gateway To Success at SJSU and In the World