First-Time, First-Year (FTFY) Admissions

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Welcome First-Time, First-Year Students!

We’re honored you’re considering San José State University for your educational journey. A First-Time, First-Year (FTFY) applicant (formerly known as a freshman) is a student who has graduated from (or is still attending) high school and has not enrolled in a regular (non-summer) term at any college or university after graduating. To connect with a pre-admissions counselor or take a campus tour, visit the Student Outreach and Recruitment office at sjsu.edu/SOAR.

Admission Requirements

Review the admission requirements that need to be met to be admitted to ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø. 

Want to Apply

Discover the steps you will take as you go through the application process at ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø.

Have Applied

Once you apply, learn how to activate your MyºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø student account to check your admission status. 

Been Admitted

Learn about the steps to enrollment at ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø, including the Next Steps Intent to Enroll process and test requirements to enroll in certain courses.

Deadlines

Check application and document deadlines, as well as deadlines for completing academic requirements, applying for financial aid, and submitting an application to live in campus housing. 

Residency Resources

Learn about information sources for residency status questions.