San Jose State University California

Public research university in San Jose with accessible admissions and strong business and engineering programs.

College statistics

Address:
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA
95192
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.sjsu.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
Research 2: High Spending and Doctorate Production
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

San Jose State University is a public research institution located in San Jose, California, classified as a Research 2 university with high research spending and doctorate production. The campus serves a large enrollment of over 36,000 students, with a particular strength in business, management, marketing, and related fields.

In-state tuition runs $6,084 annually, with a total cost of attendance of $23,734 including room and board. Out-of-state students pay $18,684 in tuition and face a total cost of attendance of $36,334. Admissions are accessible, with an acceptance rate of 80.2%.

SJSU is classified as having higher access with medium earnings outcomes. The university's size, location in the Bay Area technology hub, and accessible admissions make it well-suited for students seeking a research-active institution without highly selective barriers to entry. For more information, visit www.sjsu.edu/.