The Way to San José


As Silicon Valley’s public university, San José State is a special place for international students. The Way to San José will keep your career plans on track while you stay safe. Learn more about degree programs participating in this pathway.


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SJSU is Your Connection to Silicon Valley


San José State is the place to get a world-class education in the global capital of innovation and creativity. SJSU’s engineering and computer science programs are among the most popular at the university, especially for international students. Start your degree program near where online was invented.

What Makes The Way to San José Unique?


  • Attend virtual career development events, including workshops, alumni panels, networking opportunities, and webinars with innovators and leaders from Silicon Valley companies.
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  • Access and attend online job fairs, some of which are themed by industry.
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  • Connect with peers through academic and social opportunities. 

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Your Semester is Flexible*


The Way to San José provides online options to partially replicate your on-campus experience and allows you to join us in person when you are able to do so. Selecting this pathway allows you to move closer to graduation and the next step of your career, while granting you the flexibility to join us in person when possible.

This semester, you can look forward to:

At least one online course from the safety of your home.

No visas, travel or housing challenges.

Full online orientation and advising services.

Courses that allow for flexible access.

Saving an estimated $10,000 U.S. dollars in living expenses for fall.

Access to webinars, workshops, and panels with innovators from Silicon Valley companies.

*Please note: you are not bound by F-1 visa regulations until you enter the U.S. in F-1 status. As a result, you will not become eligible for CPT until you have completed one academic year in F-1 status. Learn more information about CPT. Also, given consulate schedules plus their review and decision of your visa issuance, we cannot guarantee that your visa will be granted in time for you to physically travel to campus.

Start Your Graduate Degree Now


Our dynamic SJSU and Silicon Valley community is waiting for you. With The Way to San José, you will not lose your place in your graduate program even if you are not able to be physically on campus next semester. SJSU looks forward to welcoming you. All you have to do is: Choose. Enroll. Connect.

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