Student Resources

San José State University provides graduate students with multiple resources to help guide and support them through their academic career at SJSU and beyond. Please select an item below to access a list of resources available to graduate students. 

• Student Services

  • College of Graduate Studies (CGS) 
    The College of Graduate Studies 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
    408-924-2447 

    Graduate Admissions and Program Evaluations (GAPE) 
    The Graduate Admissions and Program Evaluations (GAPE) office processes advancement to candidacy and graduation. 
    graduate@sjsu.edu 
    408-283-7500, Prompt 3

    Bursar’s Office  
    The Bursar’s Office collects student tuition and fee payment, and disburses funds. 
    bursar@sjsu.edu 
    408-924-1601

    Financial Aid and Scholarship Office (FASO) 
    The Financial Aid Office assists students in securing federal, state, and university financial aid. 
    fao@sjsu.edu 
    408-283-7500

    Office of the Registrar 
    The Office of the Registrar oversees course registration, grade posting, and academic records. 
    registrar@sjsu.edu 
    408-283-7500

• Campus Student Organizations

  • Alumni Association 
    The San José State University Alumni Association connects graduates to their alma mater and each other. 
    alumni@sjsu.edu  
    408-924-6515

    Associated Students (Student Life) 
    Associated Students supports and represents SJSU’s student body through leadership advocacy, programs, events, and funding. 
    as-info@sjsu.edu 
    408-924-6242

    Student 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

• Academic Advising and Research Support

  • Graduate Program/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
    408-924-2272

    Dr. 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.
    408-808-2000

    Writing 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

• Technology Support
  • AS Print and 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 
    408-924-6976

    Information Technology Group
    The Information Technology group provides students with access to the following services:

    IT Service DeskThe IT Service Desk Staff help students, faculty and staff with all their technical needs. 
    itservicedesk@sjsu.edu 
    408-924-1530

    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.  

• Career Services
  • 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 through:

    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
    408-924-6031

    International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) 
    ISSS assists international students in securing OPT, CPT and STEM OPT employment. 
    international-office@sjsu.edu
    408-924-5920

• International Students
  • International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

    International Student and 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 
    408-924-5920

    International 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

• Equity and Inclusion
  • Accessible Education Center[BROKEN LINK]

    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 TTY

    African-American/Black Student Success Center[BROKEN LINK]
    The African American/Black Student Success Center 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. 
    africanamericanblackssc@sjsu.edu
    408-924-5105

    Chicanx/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
    408-924-5102

    Gender 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
    408-924-6500

    Veterans Resource Center 
    The San José State University 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 
    408-924-8129

    MOSAIC 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 
    408-924-6255

    PRIDE 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 
    408-924-6976 

    UndocuSpartan 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   

• Counseling and Advocacy
  • 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.
    counseling.services@sjsu.edu
    408-924-5910

    Crisis 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. 
    408-924-5910 

    After-Hours Crisis Line 
    Students may call the CAPS Crisis Line to speak to a counselor after hours. When calling, choose option # 4. 
    408-924-5910 (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 

• Health and Wellness

  • Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center 
    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. 
    408-924-6368

    Student Health Center 
    The Student Health 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

     
• Housing, Dining and Transportation

  • 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
    408-795-5600

    International 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

    Spartan Eats Campus Dining 
    Spartan Eats manages SJSU meal plan options and on campus dining.
    408-924-1740

    Parking 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
    408-924-6566

    Transportation 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 
    408-924-7433

    Maps/Directions to SJSU
    San José State University provides maps and directions to campus from a variety of locations. 

• Safety, Security and Emergency Support

  • After-Hours Crisis Line
    Students may call the CAPS Crisis Line to speak to a counselor after hours. When calling, choose option # 4. 
    408-924-5910 (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. 
    408-924-6339

    University Police Department (UPD)
    San José State University’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 Phone

    TipNow 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

• SJSU Cares

  • SJSU Cares 
    SJSU Cares provides support and referrals around basic needs including food, housing, and emergency assistance.
    sjsucares@sjsu.edu
    408-924-1234 

    Spartan Food Pantry
    The Spartan Food Pantry offers non-perishable goods, fresh produce, and refrigerated items to students facing food insecurity.