San Francisco State University

🏆 #8 in the US for social mobility (US News & World Report); grads join Apple, Google, Oracle

🎓 Bachelor's degrees in 84 subject areas at one of the most diverse campuses in America

🌉 Located in San Francisco, 1.6 km from the Pacific Ocean, near Silicon Valley tech hub

🏅 Alumni have won 22 Pulitzers, 54 Emmys, 16 Oscars, and 12 Tonys

💰 Ranked among the Top 20 affordable colleges with high ROI (msn.com)

👥 200+ on-campus student clubs with 30,000+ students across comprehensive programmes

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at San Francisco State University is approximately USD 28,500.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at San Francisco State University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

San Francisco State University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

The employment rate at San Francisco State University is 50% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from San Francisco State University that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

San Francisco State University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• F-1 and J-1 visa advising, I-20 documentation, and SEVIS compliance through the International Student and Scholar Center (ISSC)

• SFSU international merit scholarships and financial aid available for eligible undergraduate and graduate students

• Academic tutoring, writing support, and ESL assistance through the Academic Support Programs

• On-campus housing in SFSU residence halls with international student orientation facilitated by ISSC

• OPT/CPT guidance, career fairs, and employer networking through the SFSU Career Services and Leadership Development office

Some of the rankings of San Francisco State University include:

#1401+ in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#208 in National Universities (US News & Reports 2026)

Post-study work permit options at San Francisco State University in United States depend on your qualification level: all graduates can apply for a post-study work permit for 1 year; STEM graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation..

Note: Work must be in your field of study. Time spent working off campus while studying (i.e. pre-completion OPT) is deducted from this period. You must find work within 90 days