San Francisco State University

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San Francisco State University (SF State) is a premier public urban university, located in one of the world’s major cities. The university seeks to build on a century-long history of commitment to quality teaching, offering students access to undergraduate and graduate education. SF State offers rigorous, integrated academic programs that encourage students to engage in open-minded inquiry and reflection. The education offered by SF State equips students to thrive in a global society. The university is home to over 200 student organizations that students can get involved in, including arts, cultural, Greek, honor societies, media, political, service, social justice, university housing, and wellness organizations. The Campus Recreation Department at SF State is a student-driven department that organizes transformative activities, creating a sense of belonging within the community, and being a key partner in integrating health and wellness across the university.

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Hotcourses Diversity Index (What is this?)

DIVERSITY INDEX
Source: IIE

95 International student nationalities at this university

FEEL AT HOME INDEX
Source: IIE

9.92% International students from India

QS World University Rankings 2025
Source: QS

1201

Student life in numbers

COSTS PER YEAR
LIVING COSTS
Source: College Board

3,76,898

AVERAGE PRIVATE RENT
Source: College Board

8,27,202

AVERAGE TUITION FEE PER YEAR

UNDERGRADUATE

15,84,827

POSTGRADUATE

18,02,138

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Satisfying college experience

Overall a satisfying college experience… It's pretty good.

Overall a satisfying college experience… It's pretty good.

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Good program

State is not a bad place at all. The business department at State is strong and has many emphasis. Basically, I'd recommend State if you're a business major, or if you really love San Francisco.

State is not a bad place at all. The business department at State is strong and has many emphasis. Basically, I'd recommend State if you're a business major, or if you really love San Francisco.