F A S T F A C T S
Location | San Jose
Population | 972,000
Enrollment | 36,000
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | N/A
Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/18
Spring | 01/23-05/21
Location | San Jose
Population | 972,000
Enrollment | 36,000
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | N/A
Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/18
Spring | 01/23-05/21
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA#1 Most Transformative University in the US
#1 Best Value among Public Universities
#3 Most Innovative School
| 2025-2026 Chance of Placement | ||
| Host Pay | | | Open |
| Home Pay | | | Good |
| Understand Chances of Placement | ||
Academics
Registration- When will I register? With seniors
- Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
Computer Science, Graphic Design, Nursing, Engineering (Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering), Recreation (all concentrations), Social Science Teacher Preparation (SSTP), Animation & Illustration, Art Digital Media Art, BFALimitations
Upper division courses in some departments can be limited by prerequisites. Flexibility is important.Unique Academic Programs
- Industrial and Systems Engineering - Most notably unique for the Silicon Valley: https://www.sjsu.edu/ise/index.php
- Nutrition, Food Science and Packaging - One of a few programs on the West Coast: https://www.sjsu.edu/nufspkg/programs/undergraduate/bs-packaging/index.php
- Innovation and Law Minor - Unique courses for Â鶹´«Ã½s who are interested in the Silicon Valley experience: https://www.sjsu.edu/ide/undergraduate-programs/program-verview/innovation-and-law.php
- Data Science - New College of Information, Data & Society: https://www.sjsu.edu/information-data-society/index.php
Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students
Advertising, Aerospace Engineering, African American Studies... ++ show all
Conditions
GPA and Other Academic Requirements- General Eligibility Requirements
- No Â鶹´«Ã½s accepted from NSE members within my own state
- Full-year exchange Accepted
- Single term exchange Accepted
- Not available
- Will not accept
- Will NOT accept
Tuition / Finances
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
- Estimated cost: $4205.
- Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
- Host Payment: 15
- Home Payment: 15
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSE Program Fee | $50 | Mandatory | ||
| Housing Deposit | $300 | Mandatory | ||
| Parking Fee | $400 | Semester | Host & Home | Optional |
| Housing Application Fee | $50 | Year | Host & Home | Mandatory |
| Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Room / Meals
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- Approximate cost: $7500 (includes meals)
- Approximate monthly cost: $
- Proximity to campus:
NSE Â鶹´«Ã½s who apply by the Priority Deadline (March 1) will be given priority placement into the apartment-style residence hall at Campus Village - B buildings (CVB) which do not require a meal plan. Meal plans can be purchased separately from a number of options.
Meal Plans
- Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
All Â鶹´«Ã½s in university housing except for CVB are required to purchase a meal plan.
Resources
Campus LinksHealth
Important Notes about Health Insurance
All Â鶹´«Ã½s will be required to submit a copy of their valid health insurance coverage for the period of their exchange term(s) at SJSU.
Requirements
Comments on Problems or Conditions for Access
International Â鶹´«Ã½s are required to show proof of insurance coverage or purchase the ISSS insurance plan through OnCall International.