Admissions at San Francisco State University

SF State students ready to race each other

Welcome to San Francisco State University, where all are welcome. No matter where you’re from, what you’ve learned or who you think you’ll be, we’re ready to be the next chapter in your story.

Smiling SF State students holding hands and playing a game

At SF State, we champion equity and community inclusion to ignite the power of education for all so you can go on to thrive in a global society.

Find Your Major

Wherever your story leads, SF State is dedicated to empowering you to pursue your educational dreams bravely, confidently and passionately.

Learn about our seven colleges

Ever since it was established in 1899 as a teacher training school, SF State has been known for its commitment to educational excellence. Students work closely with senior professors and other instructors from freshman year through graduation. Trained in some of the finest institutions in the world, faculty members include winners of prestigious teaching awards, cutting-edge researchers and professionals devoted to solving community problems.