Are you an international student interested in earning an academic certificate? Apply by May 15 for priority consideration. Late applications may be accepted if space is available.
Programs include:
Learn more and apply.
Everything you need for school and fun in August.
New students: You don’t want to miss this! Family members welcome.
Thursday, Aug. 21
Noon to 2 p.m.
Cox Stadium
Celebrate becoming an official Gator! Join us on the quad immediately following the fall pinning ceremony and class photo for a free ice cream social. Find your college's banner to meet your dean, connect with fellow students and enjoy a sweet treat on us.
Thursday, Aug. 21
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Malcolm X Plaza
Fun, games, free food and free giveaways.
Thursday, Aug. 28
7 to 11 p.m.
Mashouf Wellness Center
A night full of energy, music and new connections with a live DJ spinning your favorite tracks.
Thursday, Aug. 21
8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
César Chávez Student Center
San Francisco Japantown's annual cultural celebration featuring live music, food, an artisan market and more.
Aug. 2–3
Japantown
Free
An all‑ages street festival held in Downtown San Francisco on the first Thursday of every month.
Aug. 7
5 to 7 p.m.
Market Street at Second Street
Free with RSVP
The English for Academic Preparation (EAP) program gives you an opportunity to study in beautiful San Francisco, California, and learn English in an intensive language program that emphasizes university preparation and academic skills.
Find out more about EAP.
Do you want to apply for an academic certificate program? The priority application deadline for spring is November 15. Late applications will be considered. Students will be accepted on a space-available basis.
As part of International Education Month (IEM), the Center for Global Engagement will host a panel discussion called “The International Student Journey,” with international alumni from SF State’s English for Academic Preparation program, academic certificate programs and University Pathway Program.
Attendees will hear unique student stories and valuable advice on reaching academic and professional goals. Center for Global Engagement program alumni will share insights from their academic and professional journeys focusing on navigating transitions from English language study to university certificate and degree programs to career. The session will be interactive with ample opportunity for Q&A.
Attendees may attend in person in the Science and Engineering Innovation Center, room 500 (fifth floor) or online. Zoom link will be provided by email on November 11.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about our English language programs for international students.
English for Academic Preparation
RSVP to receive the Zoom information.
Prospective Liberal & Creative Arts students will meet program staff, find out about the certificate and get their questions answered. International students are welcome.
Prospective International Business certificate students will meet program staff, find out about the certificate and get their questions answered. International students are welcome.
Prospective Hospitality and Tourism Management students will meet program staff, find out about the certificate and get their questions answered. International students are welcome.
Prospective Business Administration certificate students will meet program staff, find out about the certificate and get their questions answered. International students are welcome.