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| Location | San Jose, California |
| Online | sjsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in San Jose, California, San Jose State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 35,307 prospective students applied, and 22,446 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,964 enrolled in the school. 27,261 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 8,139 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $5,742 plus fees of $2,110. San Jose State is ranked 462 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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San Jose State is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for San Jose State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#462 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#139 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#40 in Best Colleges in California
#12 in Best Public Colleges in California
#492 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#42 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1260 |
| ACT | 18/27 |
| GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 10, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,058 |
| Other Fees | $2,110 |
| Room and Board | $16,946 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,209 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,065 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,058 |
| Other Fees | $2,110 |
| Room and Board | $16,946 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,209 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,945 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
| Engineering | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=122755 IPEDS survey data for San Jose State University.
Current students may use the San Jose State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.