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SJSU is classified among R2: High-research spending and doctorate production. As per National Science Foundation survey data, this university's research and development expenditures totaled $83.4 million. This university has become the eighth campus in the CSU system to earn the R2 status. It ranks #2 in research productivity in the CSU system. Around 200 faculty members are involved in sponsored research projects.

There are around 3,200+ international students at San Jose State University, hailing from more than 100 countries. About 2,000 students at this university engage in practical training experiences after the completion of SJSU degrees through OPT and STEM OPT employment authorization. In total, there are 36,000+ students enrolled at this university. Also, note that this university ranks at #1 for career outcomes for international students according to F1 Hire 2025 National Rankings.

Public universities are better if you want to save money and get more course options. But private universities give you more personal support, modern classrooms, and faster application process. Both are good in their own way.

Yes, there is an Indian student organisation at SJSU. It provides advising, social, and cultural support to enrolled Indian students at the university. A few of the activities that this student organisation does are:

• Welcomes new Indian students and supports them while settling by offering airport pickups, pre-arrival guidance, etc.
• Organizes festivals like Holi, Diwali, Independence day, etc. to promote Indian culture and traditions
• Hosts Bollywood nights, movie screenings, cricket tournaments, etc.

Yes, all F1 students, even those in the first semester, can work part-time while studying at SJSU. They can work for a 20 hours max when the school is in session and full-time during semester breaks. They can work as Teaching Assistant, Spartan Shop student worker, Student Assistant, etc. Students can work off-campus at the location educationally affiliated with SJSU.