Student Experience

Maximize your online learning experience with a flexible learning structure, support from faculty and academic advising, helpful campus resources, and diverse classmates.

What is Online Learning like?

SJSU Online offers a flexible and effective learning experience that mirrors the quality and rigor of our on-campus programs. Through engaging instructional videos, interactive modules, and expert faculty instruction, you'll receive the same high-quality education as our in-person students. Our 100% online format allows you to learn on your own schedule, fitting your education seamlessly into your life.

Flexible Structure

All of our courses are 100% Online. Some of our programs are fully asynchronous and others offer a mix of synchronous and asynchronous courses so that you can complete a quality degree from SJSU while balancing work, family, and other life commitments.

Authentic Degree from SJSU

Our courses are taught by SJSU's own esteemed faculty. As you complete your degree, you will earn a diploma that will say "San José State University" and be able to attend commencement in-person.

Effective and Engaging

Instructional Videos and Modules

Our visually engaging and content-rich instructional videos and modules provide effective and impactful learning experiences that ensure you will receive high-quality instruction and stay connected with your coursework.

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Intuitive and Consistent Experience

Our expert SJSU faculty and instructional design team develop courses in the Canvas online learning platform that have an easy and consistent navigation, a cohesive design, and an intuitive user experience. The content is also designed with students in mind so that there are opportunities for human interaction and access to all of the tools and resources necessary for academic success.

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Streamlined Academic Calendar

There are 3 sessions within the SJSU Online academic year: Spring, Summer, and Fall. The Spring and Fall sessions are divided into 2, 8-week terms, and the Summer Session is a single 8-week term. This structure is designed around best practices in online, adult education to ensure that you are able to balance your education and life commitments while making progress towards your degree.

Fall Session – Term A

August–October

Fall Session – Term B

October–December

Winter Break

December–January

Spring Session – Term A

January–March

Spring Session – Term B

March–May

Summer Session

June–July

Note: Our SJSU Online Information Science and Data Analytics program follows a more traditional fall and spring semester format.

Learn more about student experience

Explore more about what your learning experience will be like at SJSU Online.

Academic Advising

Meet the advising team who will help you succeed in your academic journey.

Meet the Advisors

Campus Resources

Access helpful campus resources to help maximize your academic success.

Explore Resources

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Classmates and Community

Learn alongside diverse and motivated classmates from all walks of life.

Discover Our Community

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