Physical Education (PE)

Talk to your advisor before submitting a petition.

PE Requirement Exceptions

If you're an undergraduate student at SJSU and still need 1–2 activity units to meet the PE requirement (University Policy S14-11 [pdf]), you may:

• Substitution: Request to substitute a PE activity course not currently listed as PE.
• Waiver: Apply for a waiver due to documented extenuating circumstances that prevent you from completing the requirement.
• Challenge: Demonstrate your skills and knowledge to fulfill 1 or 2 units.

For details on how to challenge a course, contact Dr. Seung Ho Chang at seungho.chang@sjsu.edu.

1. Personal Statement – Explain why you're requesting an exception
2. Supporting Documents – Syllabus, course descriptions (in English), medical forms, etc.
3. Transcripts – From the school where you took the course (unofficial is OK)
4. PE Requirement Petition Form [DocuSign]
   Missing info = automatic denial.

Important Notes

• Online PE classes are available at SJSU and community colleges. Needing to avoid in-person classes is not a valid reason for a waiver.
• You can meet the PE requirement by:
  • Two different 1-unit (or less) activity courses
  • One 2+ unit activity course
  • Intercollegiate Athletics (1 unit per sport)
  • KIN 1 (Adapted Physical Activity)
  • Approved ADT with PE waiver
  • Military training credit
  • Major-specific waivers (check Exceptions for University Graduation Requirements)