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San Francisco State University

San Francisco, United States

The mission of San Francisco State University is to create and maintain an environment for learning that promotes respect for and appreciation of scholarship, freedom, human diversity, and the cultural mosaic of the City of San Francisco and the Bay Area; to promote excellence in instruction and intellectual accomplishment.

#1201 Ranking
691 Academic Staff
27,075 Students
1,760 Students (int'l)
13,310 Students (female)

History

The history of San Francisco State University contributes unique elements to its mission. The University existed solely as a teacher training institution from 1899 to 1935, first as a normal school, then as a teachers' college. Although officially a liberal arts college after 1935, and a university since 1972.

Education

San Francisco State was ranked in the top 25 for U.S. universities on Payscale and CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index. That means we’re among the best at making it affordable for our students to graduate and obtain good-paying jobs. Our graduates are now leaders in fields from journalism, creative writing and film to technology, science, business, government and education.

Research

The mission of the Office of Institutional Research (IR) at San Francisco State University is to provide information, data and analysis in a timely manner to better inform decision making at all levels of the University and to satisfy external reporting requirements and needs.

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San Francisco State University Scholarships

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Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF)

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Study Abroad Graudate Scholarships Of SBS Foundation

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Becas Fulbright - Ampliación De Estudios

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Study Abroad Master/Doctoral Program Of Lotte Foundation

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Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships Of Chungcheongnam

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Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships Of Jeollanam

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Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships

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American Australian Association (AAA)

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Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships

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American Australian Association (AAA)

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Olomouc Region Study Scholarship

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Fulbright Program

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Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students

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NORAM Scholarships

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Dositeja Fund For Young Talents Of Serbia

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OAS/OEA Scholarship

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University Of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center (UNDERC) Graduate Fellowships

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Tatra Banka Scholarship

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Korean American Scholarship Foundation

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National Scholarship Programme

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The Fulbright Program

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The Bepina Sabalic Kunin Endowed Scholarship

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University Ranking

QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities

2024

1201

2023

1201

2022

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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report

2024

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2023

1222 -47

2022

1175

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

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Housing services

On-campus housing at San Francisco State University is limited and in high demand. While living on campus is not required, it is also not guaranteed and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The Housing Office highly recommends students submit their housing as soon as possible to increase their chances of obtaining a space and to avoid being put on the wait list.

Library services

The mission of the J. Paul Leonard Library is to empower its University constituency with lifelong learning skills to identify, find, evaluate, use and communicate information in promotion of excellence in scholarship, knowledge and understanding.

ICT services

Academic Technology (AT) supports Academic Affairs units, colleges, departments, instructors and students wherever teaching, learning and research happens, and serves as the central information technology (IT) unit for Academic Affairs at SF State.

Campus life

Our world-class academics, vibrant campus life and unique urban setting draw students from across California, the nation and the world. Take our virtual tour and see for yourself.

Sports facilities

The new Mashouf Wellness Center offers activities, recreation and a wellness program. It’s already a major campus social hub.

The San Francisco State Gators compete in the NCAA II, CCAA and RMAC conferences with both women’s and men’s athletic teams.

Student clubs

Whatever your interest, there’s a student organization dedicated to it here. We have more than 200 on-campus clubs, plus many student activities including workshops, career fairs, concerts, cultural events, spirit days, movie nights and more.

SF State is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

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