Campus Resources
San Jose State University provides graduate students with multiple resources to help guide and support them through their academic career at SJSU and beyond.
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Student Services
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College of Graduate Studies (CGS)
The College of Graduate Studies oversees and implements the University’s graduate policies and procedures. In addition, the College of Graduate Studies provides guidance for thesis and dissertation submission and review.
graduate-studies@sjsu.edu
408-924-2447Graduate Admissions & Program Evaluations (GAPE)
The Graduate Admissions & Program Evaluations (GAPE) office processes advancement to candidacy and graduation.
admissions@sjsu.edu
408-283-7500Bursar’s Office
The Bursar’s Office collects student tuition and fee payment, and disburses funds.
bursar@sjsu.edu
408-924-1601Financial Aid and Scholarship Office (FASO)
The Financial Aid Office assists students in securing federal, state, and university financial aid.
fao@sjsu.edu
408-283-7500Office of the Registrar
The Office of the Registrar oversees course registration, grade posting, and academic records.
registrar@sjsu.edu
408-283-7500
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Campus Organizations
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Alumni Association
The San José State University Alumni Association connects graduates to their alma mater and each other.
alumni@sjsu.edu
408-924-6515Associated Students (Student Life)
Associated Students supports and represents SJSU’s student body through leadership advocacy, programs, events, and funding.
as-info@sjsu.edu
408-924-6242Student Involvement (Student Organizations)
Student Involvement oversees all fraternities, sororities, clubs, and other student organizations at SJSU. They host campus events and leadership programs.
getinvolved@sjsu.edu
408-924-5950
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Academic Advising & Research Support
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MAJOR/Department Advising
Each major/program has a graduate student advisor to guide students in their academic career.
Office of Research and Innovation
The Office of Research and Innovation provides a variety of services related to research, scholarship, and creative activities, including proposal development and submission, post-funding award support, and help ensuring ethical and regulatory standards.
OfficeofResearch@sjsu.edu
408-924-2272Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library serves as a library resource to the campus and greater San Jose community.
408-808-2000Writing Center
The San José State University Writing Center offers resources to help students become better writers, and all services are free for SJSU students.
writingcenter@sjsu.edu
408-924-2308
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Technology Support
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AS Print & Technology Center
The AS Print and Technology Center provides printing, copying and technology services. Technology services include mobile phone and computer repair, laptop rental, and data backup.
printshop@sjsu.edu
408-924-6976Information Technology Group
The Information Technology group provides students with access to the following services:
IT Service Desk
The IT Service Desk Staff help students, faculty and staff with all their technical needs.
itservicedesk@sjsu.edu
408-924-1530Academic Technology & Equipment Loaning
Items such as laptops, cameras, PA systems, USB microphones, digital recording devices may be checked out by students for a limited period of time.Video & Media Services
Video and Media Services facilitates Video Conferencing and Media Loans (DVD and VHS).Media Loaning/Instructional and Meeting Spaces
Students may view a video assignment in one of three media viewing rooms located in MLK Library.
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Career Services
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Career Center
The Career Center supports graduate students as they explore how their graduate degree can lead to a wide range of career possibilities and opportunities. The Career Center helps graduate students with the following:
Career Counseling: One-on-one appointments with a graduate career counselor
Events: Workshops and programs designed specifically for graduate students
Resources: Career planning tools
careerhelp@sjsu.edu
408-924-6031International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
ISSS assists international students in securing OPT, CPT and STEM OPT employment.
international-office@sjsu.edu
408-924-5920
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International Students
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International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
International Student & Scholar Services centralizes immigration advising resources and co-curricular support programming for international students. It serves the needs of our international students and scholars by enhancing their experience in the United States and integrating them into the SJSU community, while also contributing to their success at SJSU and beyond.
international-office@sjsu.edu
408-924-5920International House (I-House)
I-House provides a diverse and welcoming intercultural living environment. It is home to a community of U.S. and international students attending San Jose State University.
ihouse@sjsu.edu
408-924-6570
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Equity & Inclusion
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Accessible Education Center
The Accessible Education Center provides comprehensive services that support the educational development and success of students with disabilities.
aec-info@sjsu.edu
408-924-6000 voice/408-924-5990 TTYThe Black Leadership and Opportunity Center
The Black Leadership and Opportunity Center (BLOC) is the hub for Black student life at SJSU. It provides cultural programming, professional development, and academic initiatives that promote community building and student success.
thebloc@sjsu.edu
408-924-5105Chicanx/Latinx Student Success Center
The Chicanx/Latinx Student Success Center provides a community gathering space, as well as programs and services to support the success of all Chicanx and Latinx students at SJSU.
chicanxlatinxssc@sjsu.edu
408-924-5102Gender Equity Center
The Gender Equity Center (GenEC) advocates for social justice, respect, and safety for all members of the San José State University community, by educating on issues experienced by people because of their gender, gender identity, and/or their perceived gender/gender identity, through an intersectional lens.
genec@sjsu.edu
408-924-6500Veterans Resource Center
The SJSU Veterans Resource Center is a one-stop resource center that supports all veterans, reservists, guard members, active duty personnel, and veteran dependents.
veterans@sjsu.edu
408-924-8129MOSAIC Cross Cultural Center
The MOSAIC Cross Cultural Center provides a safe and welcoming environment that honors and celebrates diversity. The center offers support and advocacy for historically underrepresented groups.
mosaic@sjsu.edu
408-924-6255PRIDE Center
The PRIDE Center supports the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, Asexual, Nonbinary, etc.) students of San José State University. The center seeks to improve the campus climate for LGBTQ+ students and advocate for the respect and safety of all members of the campus community.
sjsupride@gmail.com
408-924-6976UndocuSpartan Student Resource Center
The UndocuSpartan Student Resource Center (USRC) uses a cross-cultural and social justice lense to provide holistic support and resources to undocumented students and the campus community.
undocuspartan@sjsu.edu
408-924-2762
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Counseling & Advocacy
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Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
CAPS provides students with counseling services on a variety of psychological and academic issues. Professionally trained psychologists, social workers, and counselors are available for students on an individual, couple, or group basis for counseling.
studentwellnesscenter@sjsu.edu
408-924-5678Crisis Line
Students may call the CAPS Crisis Line to speak to a counselor Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am - 5:30 pm during fall and spring terms, and Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm during winter and summer terms.
408-924-5678After-Hours Crisis Line
Students may call the CAPS Crisis Line to speak to a counselor after hours. When calling, choose option # 4.
408-9234-5910 (Ext 4)Ombudsperson (Grievances/Grade Disputes)
The University Ombudsperson is an advocate for procedural fairness who supports the integrity of the campus policies and procedures and ensures the equity of their application. The Ombudsperson provides a neutral, confidential, and informal place to discuss a concern with the assurance that no action will be taken, nor will the visit be disclosed to anyone, without consent.
ombuds@sjsu.edu
408-924-5995
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Health & Wellness
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Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center (SRAC)
Spartan Recreation helps students kick off or maintain a healthy, active lifestyle through an exciting selection of activities in state-of-the-art facilities. Their offerings include the Bowling Center, Fitness Classes, Club Sports, Intramural Sports, Outdoor Adventures, and a Climbing Wall.
(408) 924-6368Student Wellness Center
The Student Wellness Center provides health care services, including basic primary care, limited specialty care, health promotion and disease prevention, principal support services (laboratory, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, nutrition), and limited mental health services.
408-924-6122
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Housing, Dining & Transportation
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University Housing Services (UHS)
On-Campus Housing is available to provide support to new Graduate Students seeking housing in the Bay area.
uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu
408-795-5600International House (I-House)
I-House provides a diverse and welcoming intercultural living environment. It is home to a community of U.S. and international students attending San Jose State University.
ihouse@sjsu.edu
408-924-6570Spartan Eats Campus Dining
Spartan Eats manages SJSU meal plan options and on campus dining.
408-924-1740Parking Services
Parking Services provides a clean and safe parking environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. Students have the option of purchasing either a semester permit or a single-day permit to park at SJSU.
parking@sjsu.edu
408-924-6566Transportation Solutions
Transportation solutions assists students seeking transportation alternatives to driving an automobile to campus alone. They offer SmartPass/Clipper Cards for VTA bus and light rail, and assistance for students using carpools, bicycles, and public transit.
transportation@sjsu.edu
408-924-7433Maps/Directions to SJSU
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Safety, Security & Emergency Support
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After-Hours Crisis Line
Students may call the CAPS Crisis Line to speak to a counselor after hours. When calling, choose option # 4.
408-9234-5910 (Ext 4)Behavioral Intervention Team
Students can report concerning behaviors of those in our campus community including students, faculty members, staff or SJSU visitors, to the Behavioral Intervention team.
408-924-6339University Police Department (UPD)
SJSU’s police department works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide a safe and secure learning environment through professional, progressive and superior police, emergency, transportation and educational services.
408-924-2222 (non-emergency)
911 (emergency)
Blue Light/Elevator Phones (emergency)Alert SJSU
The campus emergency communication system, Alert SJSU, provides critical information about what to do and where to go during a natural disaster or life-threatening emergency through text, email, phone and TTY/TDD messages.
Safety Escort Program
In the event a student feels unsafe walking on campus, UPD will provide an escort to any location on campus and up to two blocks from campus. The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
408-924-2000
or use Blue Light/Elevator PhoneTipNow Anonymous Crime Reporting
The TipNow text and email system lets students provide important crime information to UPD using a cell phone or PDA device. It sends an anonymous message to on-duty police personnel any time day or night.
sjsu@tipnow.org
408-337-2919
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SJSU Cares
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SJSU Cares
SJSU Cares provides support and referrals around basic needs including food, housing, and emergency assistance.
sjsucares@sjsu.edu
408-924-1234Spartan Food Pantry
The Spartan Food Pantry offers non-perishable goods, fresh produce, and refrigerated items to students facing food insecurity.
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