Master of Science in Computer Science 

at San Francisco State University, San Francisco

International applicants must start the application process at San Francisco State University well in advance of the application deadlines of their preferred intakes to avoid unnecessary delays. Applicants must meet the basic eligibility criteria, which include meeting the academic requirements and proof of English language proficiency as per their program, and they must also submit the mandatory documents required for admission, such as academic records, LORs, SOPs, updated CV, etc. Applicants must then finally finish the application and pay the San Francisco State University application fee of USD 70 (INR 6.1 K), which is the same for both UG and PG courses. This fee is non-refundable.
(USD 1 = INR 87.31)

An unofficial source says, SFSU acceptance rate is 90%. This shows the university is easy during admission. Students should meet the basic qualification of their program, submit all the documents, and complete the application. In case students fail to submit all documents, the application will be considered incomplete and may get delayed.

San Francisco State University and Arizona State University are one of the top-ranked public universities of USA. San Francisco State University ranked #178 in 2024 among the National Univeristies according to the top-ranking publishers whereas, Arizona University ranked #105 hence securing a higher ranking than SFSU. Shiksha Study Abroad grading system has graded SFSU an overall grade of B and Arizona State University was graded an overall A. To determine which university is better there are multiple factors that need to be taken into consideration such as the tuition fee, programs offered, location, housing facilities, campus life, overall expenses, scholarships, and placements offered and many more.

The 2025-26 rates for accommodation on the San Francisco State University campus are given as follows: 

1 USD = INR 87.68 

Yes, Shiksha Counselling can guide students on document preparation and visa interview. Basically, while accessing the Shiksha counselling services, students are guided from initial college selection all the way up to get a successful student visa. Students will be assigned a dedicated counsellor who will remain in touch throughout the entire admission process.  

As per the unofficial source, San Francisco State University acceptance rate is 91%. This demonstrates that the university is extremely lenient during SFSU admissions. However, this does not imply that the university accepts each application received from students all across the world. The students must showcase their best performance in academics, score brilliant marks on standardized test scores, and prove their English language proficiency to grab a seat in the undergraduate and postgraduate programs of SFSU.

As per unofficial sources acceptance rate of San Francisco State University stands around 90% which shows that admission process is easy and university is lenient while admitting students. Applicants must make sure to meet academic requirements and English requirements as per basic eligibility criteria and submit the documents necessary for admission process. Applicants must refer to the official programme page for program-specific requirements if any.

International students from several countries and backgrounds take San Francisco State University admissions every year. As per the enrollment data (fall 2023), over 31,000 undergraduate applications were received by San Francisco State University, out of which over 28,000 were admitted and over 2,900 students were enrolled. Students from all around the globe are compelled to take the university due to its excellent programs and reputation.

SFSU offers various courses to students according to their interests and career goals. Some of the most chosen programs by Indians are given below

Film and Media Studies
Communication/Speech and Rhetoric
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
Ethnic Studies
Early Childhood Education

San Francisco State University expects a minimum GPA of 2 out of 4 from UG international students.
. Whereas the minimum GPA needed for postgraduate programs is around 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher, with a bachelor's degree from a recognised university. The university also considers other factors such as proof of English language proficiency and submission of other documents such as academic records, letters of recommendation, statements of purpose, updated CV,  and other additional requirements as per the programme chosen.