Student Outreach and Recruitment

Become a Spartan!

Student Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) provides support services, workshops, events, and campus tours for prospective SJSU undergraduate students.

Transform Your Life

Virtual Front Desk

Pre-admissions counseling is available via Zoom during business hours below.

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Pre-Admissions Counseling

Have questions about applying? You can meet with pre-admissions counselors to discuss SJSU admissions requirements, seek assistance with the Cal State Apply online application or ask general questions about SJSU.

Campus Tours

Looking for opportunities to visit the SJSU campus? You can now register for in-person campus tours – reserve your spot today before the spots run out! Other tour options are available for you including a YouVisit Virtual Tour, Self-Guided Tours, and much more on our website. We’re excited to engage with you, answer live questions and help you explore SJSU!

Attend our Events

Want to engage in our SJSU outreach events? You can attend various large-scale outreach and recruitment events and receptions throughout the academic year. The events are available to students and families. Check out our schedule and locations for upcoming events!

Spartan East Side Promise Program

Are you a graduate or current student of the East Side Union High School District in San Jose? This program provides a pathway to admission to SJSU, and supports ESUHSD students and their families in their transition from high school to college.

Resources

Seeking resources to learn about admissions, Spartan support, campus facilities and more? You can access digital brochures and videos to learn more about SJSU and its admission requirements. The video library features departments and resources such as Financial Aid, the Career Center, MLK Library, Housing and much more! Do you want to hear directly from our students? Check out The Spartan Scoop Podcast!

Connect with us

Want to stay connected with our SOAR Admissions Counselors and Student Ambassadors? Follow us on social media, email us, take a campus tour and visit our Virtual Front Desk. We are here to help you become a SJSU Spartan!

Upcoming Events

CSU Bay Area College Night

The CSU and our 23 universities are ready to introduce you to the life-changing possibilities we have to offer. Join us this fall for our free CSU College Nights to meet with campus representatives and learn about how to get ready for college. All events are free and open to any high school or community college student, returning student or adult learner. Parents, guardians, family members and educators are encouraged to attend and witness the start of your future with the CSU.

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Bay Area CSU Counselor Conference

Register for our 2024 High School Counselor Conferences designed exclusively for high school counselors, educators, and community-based organizations. This is a unique opportunity to connect with CSU campus representatives from all 23 universities. In addition to systemwide and campus updates, we will highlight academic programs and specialized pathways available to future CSU students. Attendees will be able to choose from various in-person locations as well as a virtual option.

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Office Closures

Sep19

September Virtual Front Desk Closure

Our Virtual Front Desk will be closed September 19, 2024. In-person pre-admissions counseling will still be availableSJSU Main Campus

Nov

November Office Closure Days

Campus will be closed on November 11 and November 28 - 29, 2024SJSU Main Campus

Dec

December Office Closure Days

Campus will be closed December 25, 2024 - January 1, 2025. We will re-open on January 2, 2025.SJSU Main Campus

Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination

The California State University, which includes San José State, does not discriminate on the basis of gender, which includes sex and gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities.

Notice of Nondiscrimination