Study Abroad and Experience Programs
Learn Beyond the Classroom
Expand your horizons with opportunities beyond the classroom. Study abroad, participate in internships and work-study programs, earn academic credit and gain valuable real-world experience while exploring new cultures and perspectives.
Study Abroad
Where will your education take you? Through SFSU, you can study in more than 30 countries while earning credits and paying the same CSU tuition. Your financial aid travels with you, and many destinations offer a lower cost of living than you might expect, making studying abroad a good deal as well as a great opportunity. Whether you’re fulfilling major, minor, General Education or language requirements, you’ll continue making progress toward your degree while creating memories and connections that last a lifetime.
Check out our overseas education options
Civic and Community Engagement
Make a difference while gaining valuable real-world experience through SFSU’s Institute for Civic and Community Engagement (ICCE). From service-learning courses that connect classroom learning with community projects to civic engagement, research and leadership opportunities, ICCE helps students apply their knowledge, develop professional skills and create meaningful impact both on and off campus.
Real-World Career Preparation
SFSU offers internships and work-study opportunities that help students explore career paths, apply what they’re learning in the classroom and make connections with employers. Build your résumé, develop professional skills and gain valuable hands-on experience while you’re still in school. Whether you’re looking for on-campus employment or hands-on experience in your field, you’ll find opportunities to prepare for your future.
Learn about our internship and work study opportunities