Admitted Students

Start your SFSU Graduate Studies 

Congratulations on your admission to graduate studies at San Francisco State University! You belong here, and we are excited to welcome you into the Gator community. Use the checklist below to guide your next steps as you prepare to begin your graduate journey. 

Step 1: Accept your offer   

Accept your admission in your Student Center 

  • Log in to the SF State Gateway with your SF State ID and password (gateway.sfsu.edu) 
  • Select the Student Center button from the LaunchPad  
  • Once in the Student Center, scroll to the Admissions section  
  • Accept or decline admission 

SFSU Gateway

Step 2: Set up your accounts   

Activate your SFSU email and 2FA so you’re prepared to start your SFSU journey. 

Set up Accounts

Step 3: Prepare for success 

Connect with your program graduate coordinator to learn about resources, understand requirements and settle into your new program! 

Graduate Coordinators

Grad Guide

Step 4: Enroll in courses 

Sign up for your first semester of graduate courses. If you have questions about courses and your academic roadmap, talk to your department advisors and Graduate Studies. 

Register for Classes

Step 5: Explore funding opportunities 

Learn how graduate students can fund their education. Review your Financial Aid package. Make sure to talk to the Financial Aid Office, your department and other campus resources to discover new opportunities to get support for your SFSU journey. 

Financial Aid 

Explore Scholarships

Find Fellowships

Step 6: Submit official transcripts  

Official electronic transcripts must be addressed to SF State Graduate Studies and sent directly from your institution to graddocs@sfsu.edu. Transcripts submitted as attachments directly from the student will be considered unofficial and will not meet official transcript requirements. 

You may send official, sealed transcripts to: 

Division of Graduate Studies & Career Development 
1600 Holloway Avenue 
Administration 254 
San Francisco, CA 94132 
U.S.A 

Step 7: Connect with the SFSU community 

SFSU is excited that you are joining our community. Settle into SFSU and find your community on campus. Make sure to connect with University organizations and your department to find community, support and fun.

Graduate Student Orientation

Obtain GatorPass 

Graduate Student Ambassadors

 

Your SFSU Ecosystem

  • Gator Health and Well-Being

    Located in the Gator Student Health Center, we provide student health services including basic medical care, pharmacy, laboratory, and psychological care and health education programs that support overall wellness.

  • Basic Needs Center

    SFSU’s Basic Needs Center connects students with essential services in five key areas: financial support, food assistance, housing, hygiene and support for student parents.

  • Campus Recreation

    Campus Recreation is part of the Division of Student Life. We operate the Mashouf Wellness Center (MWC), the Gymnasium and our outdoor courts and fields.

  • J. Paul Leonard Library

    The SFSU Library provides diverse information resources, welcoming and inclusive spaces, unique archives and research support for students, faculty and researchers.

  • Equity and Community Inclusion

    We lead programs, events and initiatives that facilitate dialogue, promote inclusion, advance social justice and strengthen campus climate—ensuring every student feels valued, heard and supported at SFSU.

  • Student Housing

    SFSU on-campus housing has everything you need to thrive both personally and academically — inclusive and welcoming communities, unwavering support and countless ways to get involved.

  • Research and Sponsored Programs

    The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) enables impactful research, scholarship and creative activities by providing faculty, students and others with support for grants and contracts.

  • Career and Leadership Development

    Career and Leadership Development (CLD) helps Gators explore possibilities, gain experience, build meaningful connections, and prepare for what's next what's next through career counseling, workshops, leadership programs, and real-world opportunities.

  • Tutoring and Academic Support

    SFSU champions your success through free tutoring at TASC. You’ll build confidence, strive for academic excellence and join a supportive community where every SFSU student can thrive.

  • Veterans Services

    We proudly serve service members, veterans and family members studying at SFSU, with a commitment to helping you reach your education goals, thrive on campus and graduate ready for the career you want.