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#912 in World

#412 in USA

  • Institute Icon154 acre campus
  • Estd. 1857
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#412

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#912

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Q:   Is San Jose State University more competitive than San Diego State University?
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San Jose State University acceptance rate stands at 79%, which makes it a moderately selective university to get into. In comparison with the San Diego State University acceptance rate of 39%, SJSU can be considered less selective in its admission criteria.

Nonetheless, getting into San Jose State Uni is competitive. Hence, students must excel in academics in order to boost their chances. Apart from this, students who are outstanding in activities outside class also stand a good chance of securing admission.

Q:   Which is better - San Jose State University of ASU or University at Buffalo?
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Eventually, the decision to choose between any university depends on the students' choice. But, a few factors that are considered while decising to study at any university are tuition fee, faculty, no. of courses, etc. 

ParticularsASUSJSUUniversity at Buffalo
QS Rankings #200-#466
Annual tuition feesINR 7 L - INR 56.2 L INR 6 L - INR 26 L INR 8 L - INR 26 L 
No. of courses offered 800+250+250+
Type of universityPublic research PublicPublic research 
Popular coursesMBA, LLMMBA, MS, BSMS, MBA

 

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Q:   How have been the courses ranked at SJSU?
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San Jose State University has been ranked well for some of the programs like Engineering, Business and Economics, Computer Science, and Psychology. The Times Higher Education course rankings 2022 are given as follows:

Ranked by2022
Engineering
 
801
PG Business and Economics
 
601
PG Computer Science
 
601
Psychology301

SJSU USA
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 37% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Friendly
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving
Internships3.1
Part time work2.7
Post study jobs4.1
Quality of faculty4.6
Student Life4.5
Value for money3.3
Public transportation4.3
Safety4.3
Indian Food4.5
Permanent Immigration3
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BFA in Graphic Design - Batch of 2027
3.9
Interesting place to learn and grow.
Tips: Everything here is deeply technical and detailed, and even if you don't get an opportunity to work in the USA, you can find something decent and take back a lot of exposure with you. But come prepared, and if you have a scholarship or some form of financial aid, it makes sense to come here. It's just not worth it if you are forced to make a big sacrifice.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2275
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 89850
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MS Computer Engineering - Batch of 2026
3.7
The competition is high, as everyone is here with the same purpose.
Tips: I did transition from CBSE to a completely international and unique pattern of teaching, and the process has been intense. The competition is high, and everyone is here with the same purpose, so standing out is not the easiest. The weather is divine, but unpredictable also and the career fair sees a lot of attention here. Get involved in a club of your choice and sign up for office hours whenever needed.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3775
Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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MS in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
3.9
The university provides great amenities that can be fully utilized by the students.
Tips: The living costs are crazy high, so you'll have to budget like a pro just to get by. You'll learn to be very self-reliant also, so to do well, accountability is a must. The library stays up till super late, so make use of it during the deadline. My experience has been fulfilling as I have learnt a lot and found professors who are truly inspiring.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3625
Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 92925
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Master of Public Administration - Batch of 2025
4
The classes are interactive and engaging.
Tips: The best thing about this college has got to be its location, how central it is if you are looking for something in the heart of Silicon Valley. You'll learn a lot of industry information, and classes are super relevant too. You get to explore a lot of cool case studies and personal projects here as well.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3300
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 79825
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MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering - Batch of 2026
3.7
Lots of potential to grow.
Tips: I did see myself come out of my shell on campus and was truly able to embrace university life here. People are kind, and you'll have a lot to look forward to. Jobs are not really readily available, so come mentally prepared by doing some research. Public transport is decent, but biking is ideal. Also, the faculty are highly qualified and expert in their field. Feel free to reach out to them.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2725
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 86750
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Masters of Science in Software Engineering - Batch of 2025
3.9
The classes here are very industry-relevant and practical.
Tips: The classes here are very industry-relevant and practical as well. Since San Jose is a tech hub itself, you will get the opportunity to network and be a part of some very passionate and well-versed individuals here, including your professors, as some of them have even worked in Silicon Valley. I have learnt a lot so far and had a good time overall.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are limited options available when it comes to working part-time, mainly because of the regulations in place. There are some on-campus opportunities, and you can try to look for a research position or a teaching assistantship. Other than these, there's not much available.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3825
Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 86750
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Answered 3 weeks ago

San Jose State University is surely a good option for international students mainly beacuse of a diverse range of excellent academic programs across various courses. Notable programs include the Business, Engineering, Arts and many more. 

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Ridhi

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SJSU College of Science's Computer Science programme has been ranked in the top 20 among California Universities as per official sources. Moreover, the university's computer engineering ranks #7 in public universities and #12 in the overall Computer category. The duration of the CS programme of the

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Ridhi

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, San Jose State University offers various merit-based scholarships for international students, including Global Spartan scholarship, college-specific awards, and external scholarships (JN TaTa endowment, Inlaks). Students must submit certain mandatory documents such as high academic merit, valid

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Jasleen Shukla

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Answered 2 months ago

The MBA Early Career course at San Jose State University is for students who have fewer than 5 years of work experience. To take admission to this course, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required with a preferred GPA of 3.0. The submission of GMAT / GRE score is optional, but highly recommended

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Bhumika Kaur

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Answered 2 months ago

For admission to SJSU, a 2.5 GPA is required in the last two years of study. The applicants are required to have a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Additionally, an English language proficiency score is also required. As per the course requirements, GMAT / GRE score may also be requir

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Location

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University CitySan Jose, California, USA
Size of cityLarge
Population of City10,35,317

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1 Washington Sq, San Jose, CA 95192, United States
San Jose ( California)

Phone
(408) 924-5920

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408-283-7500

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Email
admissions@sjsu.edu

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