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SF State educates and equips students to thrive in a global society. We deliver academic excellence by pursuing knowledge, inspiring creativity, supporting our diverse community and advancing social justice and positive change in the world.
San Francisco State University (San Francisco State, SF State and SFSU) is a public research university in San Francisco. It was established in 1899 as the San Francisco State Normal School and is part of the California State University system.
San Francisco State University is a public institution that was founded in 1899. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 21,868 (fall 2022), and the campus size is 142 acres.
SF State offers bachelor’s degrees in 77 academic areas and master’s degrees in 63. It also has 16 credential programs, 57 certificate programs and doctorate, Ph.D. and clinical doctorate programs. Wherever your future lies, SF State can get you there.
SF State is a major public urban university, situated in one of the world’s great cities. Building on a century-long history of commitment to quality teaching and broad access to undergraduate and graduate education, the University offers comprehensive, rigorous, and integrated academic programs that require students to engage in open-minded inquiry and reflection.
How to Apply. Nearly 24,000 students enroll each year, and every day our network of more than 293,000 graduates contributes to the economic, cultural and civic life of the Bay Area and beyond. Find your next steps and become a new Gator! Freshmen Admissions. Transfer Admissions.
Welcome to San Francisco State University, where nearly 30,000 students enroll each year and every day our network of more than 275,000 graduates contributes to the economic, cultural and civic life of the Bay Area and beyond.