Academics
RegistrationClosed ProgramsComputer Science, Graphic Design, Nursing, Engineering (Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering), Recreation (all concentrations), Social Science Teacher Preparation (SSTP), Animation & Illustration, Art Digital Media Art, BFA
LimitationsUpper division courses in some departments can be limited by prerequisites. Flexibility is important.
Unique Academic Programs- Industrial and Systems Engineering - Most notably unique for the Silicon Valley: https://www.sjsu.edu/ise/index.php
- Nutrition, Food Science and Packaging - One of a few programs on the West Coast: https://www.sjsu.edu/nufspkg/programs/undergraduate/bs-packaging/index.php
- Innovation and Law Minor - Unique courses for students who are interested in the Silicon Valley experience: https://www.sjsu.edu/ide/undergraduate-programs/program-verview/innovation-and-law.php
- Data Science - New College of Information, Data & Society: https://www.sjsu.edu/information-data-society/index.php
Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students
Advertising, Aerospace Engineering, African American Studies...
++ show allAdvertising, Aerospace Engineering, African American Studies, Anthropology, Applied Mathematics, Art, Art History, Asian American Studies, Asian Studies, Aviation Studies, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, Business, Business Administration, Business Management, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Child Development, Chinese, Civil Engineering, Communication, Communication Disorders, Communication Studies, Criminal Justice, Dance, Data Processing, Design, Early Childhood Education, Earth Science, Economics, Education, Elementary Education, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Sciences, Ethnic Studies, Forensic Science, French, Geography, Geology, Global Studies, History, Hospitality Management, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Interdisciplinary Studies , Interior Design, International Business, International Studies, Japanese, Journalism, Kinesiology, Library Science, Linguistics, Management Information Systems, Materials Sciences, Mathematics, Meteorology, Music, Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Organizational Behavior Studies, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Public Relations, Radio and Television Studies, Social Work, Sociology, Spanish, Statistics, Teacher Education, Theater Arts/Drama/Acting, Women and Gender Studies
Tuition / Finances
Figures per Semester are current as of 11/14/24
Finances
Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
- Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
- Estimated cost: $4205.
- Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
- Host Payment: 15
- Home Payment: 15
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
Purpose |
Amount |
Period |
Plan |
Status |
NSE Program Fee |
$50 |
Year |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
Housing Deposit |
$300 |
Year |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
Parking Fee |
$400 |
Semester |
Host & Home |
Optional |
Housing Application Fee |
$50 |
Year |
Host & Home |
Mandatory |
Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Health
Figures per Semester are current as of 11/14/24
Important Notes about Health InsuranceAll students will be required to submit a copy of their valid health insurance coverage for the period of their exchange term(s) at SJSU.
Requirements
Comments on Problems or Conditions for Access
International students are required to show proof of insurance coverage or purchase the ISSS insurance plan through OnCall International.