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Take Undergraduate and Graduate Classes in Spring 2026

Open University — Register Starting Jan. 12

Get a head start on your goals this spring through Open University. You can take SFSU undergraduate and graduate classes without formal admission to the University and earn credit toward a future degree or certificate.

Open University is a great way to explore a new field, strengthen your skills or complete prerequisites before applying to a degree program. You can apply up to 24 undergraduate units toward a bachelor’s degree or six graduate units toward a master’s degree at SFSU.

Spring registration opens Monday, Jan. 12. Browse the class schedule and save your spot in the courses that fit your goals.

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Open University – Register Now for Spring 2026

Registration Now Open

Get a head start on your goals this spring through Open University. Registration is now open for Spring 2026 classes that begin Monday, Jan. 26.

Open University gives you the chance to take SFSU undergraduate and graduate courses without formal admission to the University. You can explore a new field, complete prerequisites or earn credit toward a future degree.

You may apply up to 24 undergraduate units toward a bachelor’s degree or six graduate units toward a master’s degree at SFSU.

Browse the class schedule and register today to save your spot in the courses that fit your goals.

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After Your Degree, Choose Open University

You Earned Your Degree. What’s Next?

You finished your bachelor’s degree, but maybe you’re not quite ready for grad school or the job market. Maybe you'd like to build your skill set a bit more. That’s where Open University at SFSU comes in.

Get Career-Ready without a New Degree

You don’t have to start a new program to grow your skills. With Open University, you can take SFSU classes without being formally admitted. It’s a simple way to keep learning while you figure out your next move.

Build Your Skills

Open University lets you go back and take classes you didn’t get the chance to complete during your undergraduate program. Gain skills that are important in today's job market, like software development, data visualization and design.

Get Ready for Graduate School

Thinking about graduate school, but you're not quite ready? Take Open University courses to explore your new subjects, improve your GPA or meet prerequisites for your graduate program.

Learn the Tools Employers Want

Today’s job market moves fast. Many industries expect you to know the latest tools, platforms or best practices. Open University gives you access to current SFSU courses so you can stay competitive.

Expand Your Local Network

SFSU courses are taught by faculty with strong ties to the San Francisco Bay Area. With Open University, you can network while learning from professionals who know the field.

Flexible and Affordable

With Open University, you can enroll in individual classes and pay per course. There’s no formal University application. Open University is a smart, affordable way to keep moving forward without a long-term commitment.

Take Your Next Step

Whether you’re growing your resume, preparing for grad school or exploring a new direction, you have options with Open University. Find out more and enroll today.

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