INTERNATIONAL GATEWAYSExperience American university life in Silicon Valley!

Semester at San José State University (SAS)

Semester at SJSU Offers a Unique Learning Environment in the Heart of Silicon Valley

Professors with first-hand knowledge of Silicon Valley culture.

Guest lectures from entrepreneurs and technology industry experts.

Fun and exciting student life with over 450 student organizations.

What is Semester at SJSU (SAS)?An opportunity for international students to enroll in one or two semesters of full-time undergraduate study at San José State University. As an SAS student you can:

• Enroll in 12 units of undergraduate level SJSU coursework; course enrollment is dependent upon space availability

• Study on SJSU’s main campus with SJSU students

• Receive an official SJSU transcript with your earned course credits

• Transfer earned course credits to other colleges or universities

Popular Classes• Startup Founders and Funders• Introduction to Entrepreneurship• Introduction to Justice Studies• Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Fundamentals• Fundamentals of Human Resource Management

SJSU offers many courses for you to choose from in over 145 areas of study. For a complete list of SJSU courses visit info.sjsu.edu

• Design in Society• Public Speaking• International Marketing• Sales Management• Energy and Environment

Julia Alisa SeifertCountry: GermanyLast year, I studied at SJSU and was fortunate to attend courses which encouraged my interests in international relations, as well as, human rights issues. My professors were very supportive and helpful in my finding my path in life. It was an amazing experience and I could not have wished for better SAS advising.

Baris CanCountry: GermanyI had the opportunity to meet people from Silicon Valley and make contacts. All the professors I had courses with were so nice and helpful. With International Gateways I was able to go to China for a hacking competition.

Student Testimonials

Apply today at sjsu.edu/igateways/apply

Questions? Email us at semester@sjsu.edu

Program DatesSpring Semester: January – MayFall Semester: August – DecemberPlease visit sjsu.edu/igateways/apply for specific start dates.

Application DeadlinesSpring Semester: NovemberFall Semester: June

We advise you to apply 2 – 3 months before your program start date so you can arrange for a visa and housing. Please visit sjsu.edu/igateways/apply for specific deadlines dates.

Tuition, Fees and Living Expenses (one semester)Application Fee: $150 Tuition: $7,000 Estimated Living Expenses: $12,000

Costs and fees are subject to change without notice.

Admission Requirements

English Proficiency Test (or equivalent) Score

Internet-based TOEFL - iBT 71

Internet-based TOEFL - iBT Engineering 80

International English Language Testing System - IELTS 6.0

Pearson Test of English - PTE 44

Test of English for International Communication - TOEIC 750

Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst - DAAD B/C

Common European Framework of Reference - CEFR B2

Improving English Language ScoresIf your English language score isn’t high enough, International Gateways offers an academic English language program to help improve your score. For more information visit sjsu.edu/igateways

• Design in Society• Public Speaking• International Marketing• Sales Management• Energy and Environment

Apply today at sjsu.edu/igateways/apply

Questions? Email us at semester@sjsu.edu

Support Services During Your Study Abroad

We provide:• One-on-one advising for course selection and registration

• A comprehensive orientation on SJSU resources and class expectations

• Regular academic support seminars

• Up-to-date immigration and housing assistance

• Free transportion pass for local travel on buses and trains

• Weekly activities and local excursions including outdoorrecreation, cultural events and sports

sjsu.edu/igateways/programs/sas