Everything you need to know about transferring to San José State University - from requirements and deadlines to competitive majors and insider strategies.
45%
Transfer Accept Rate
3.0
Median Admit GPA
90%+
From CA Community Colleges
Oct 1 – Dec 15
Application Deadline
At a Glance
Location
San José, Silicon Valley
Semester System
Fall & Spring
Minimum Units
60 semester units
Junior-level standing required
Minimum GPA
2.0 (CA residents)
Competitive admits average 2.7–3.3
What You Need
SJSU evaluates transfer applicants holistically. Here's what you need to be competitive.
SJSU transfer eligibility:
SJSU's Silicon Valley location drives demand for tech programs:
Standard CSU application:
SJSU's location provides unique career advantages:
Know the Landscape
Acceptance rates vary by major. Understanding the competitive landscape is key to a smart application strategy.
College of Engineering
SJSU's most competitive program. Silicon Valley companies recruit heavily from this program.
Very Low
Accept Rate
3.3+
Competitive GPA
College of Engineering
Highly competitive. Strong coding and math prerequisites.
Very Low
Accept Rate
3.2+
Competitive GPA
Lucas College of Business
Competitive business program with Silicon Valley networking.
Low
Accept Rate
3.0+
Competitive GPA
College of Engineering
Strong program with industry connections. Competitive admissions.
Low
Accept Rate
3.0+
Competitive GPA
College of Health & Human Sciences
Extremely selective health program.
Very Low
Accept Rate
3.4+
Competitive GPA
College of Social Sciences
Popular major with moderate competition.
Moderate
Accept Rate
2.7+
Competitive GPA
Key Dates
Missing a deadline can cost you an entire year. Here are the dates that matter.
October 1
Begin your SJSU application.
December 15
Submit by deadline. Impacted programs may close earlier.
January–March
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
March–May
Decisions released through spring.
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Our team provides expert guidance tailored specifically to San José State University transfer admissions.
SJSU's tech programs rival UCs in selectivity due to Silicon Valley demand. We help you stand out.
Guidance on completing your ADT for priority admission.
ASSIST-based planning for your CC-to-SJSU pathway.
Strategic advice on which programs are realistic and how to position competitively.
Complete review of your Cal State Apply submission.
Leveraging SJSU's Silicon Valley network for internships and career outcomes.