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San Jose State Campus

A Destination for Learning

As Silicon Valley's public university, San Jose State is located in one of the most innovative regions in the world. SJSU combines dynamic teaching, research and university-industry experiences to prepare students to address the biggest problems facing society.

Campus Maps and Tours

SJSU Welcome Center

Welcome Center

The Welcome Center is located inside the Diaz Compean Student Union and is a good place to start for all first-time visitors.

Spring semester welcome printed map.

Maps

Find your way around SJSU's vibrant, friendly campus with a printable map, online map and driving directions.

Campus Tour

Tours

Come see for yourself why SJSU is consistently ranked one of the nation’s best universities. Exploring campus from afar? Take a virtual tour.

Students at the Spartan Bookstore.

Bookstore

Located inside the Diaz Compean Student Union, the Spartan Bookstore is the place to get everything you need, from Spartan Gear to textbooks (including rentals!).

Parking and Transportation

SJSU Parking Garage

Parking

Located on 19 city blocks, SJSU has three parking garages, nine parking lots and perimeter parking for students, faculty and staff members, and visitors. Parking permits are required.

Park and Ride Shuttle

Park and Ride Shuttle Service

Ease the parking experience with service between Duncan Hall and the Park and Ride Lot, Monday through Thursday. Parking permits are required.

Public Transportation via VTA

Public Transportation

Planning to use public transportation? Visit the Associated Students Transportation Solutions website for complete information about how to get to and around SJSU by train, bus and more.

Top Local and Global Destination

downtown san jose silicon valley

Silicon Valley

One of the largest cities in the U.S., San Jose is the heart of Silicon Valley. If the city’s world-class arts, cuisine, sports and industry aren’t enough to keep you busy, consider a short drive to one of several famed Northern California destinations. Coastal redwood forests, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and San Francisco are all about an hour away.