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San Francisco State University

San Francisco, CAPublic18,639 undergrads
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Acceptance rate
96.4%
Next deadline
Nov 30
Application fee
$70

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 30, 2026 Priority filing period 20 days left
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“Priority deadline of November 30, 2026 for impacted majors”
Source: future.sfsu.edu · checked Nov 10, 2026 · How we check

Cal State Apply opens Oct. 1, 2026. Impacted majors must apply by the Nov. 30 priority deadline; SF State lists no separate closing date for other majors.

Application Cal State Apply
Testing Test-free: SAT/ACT scores are not considered.
Fee $70

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

Undeclared with an Interest in Nursing Nursing applicants must select this as intended major; minimum 2.50 A-G GPA; ranked by scoring model and offered based on spaces available. Separate admission

In-state tuition
$8,324
Out-of-state tuition
$21,644
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$73,299
6-year graduation
50%
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