Student Experience
Maximize your SJSU Online learning experience beyond the classroom by participating in SJSU Spartan life activities and by accessing helpful campus resources.
The Online Learning Experience
Your SJSU Online experience will be so much more than merely taking classes online on your own. Our model ensures that you can - and you will - have an engaging and supportive learning experience, make meaningful connections, and access helpful student life experiences and resources.
Find Support and Build Connections
- Connect with your faculty and classmates during a new student orientation.
- Enroll in classes year-round during five, eight-week terms.
- Engage with your faculty and classmates on a regular basis.
- Participate in classes on your own time, as well as during scheduled weeknights and weekends.
- Receive regular academic advising and student support from our Student Success Center.
- Access helpful campus resources such as the SJSU Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, Career Center, Writing Center, and Counseling and Psychological Services.
- Participate in activities such as SJSU events, student organizations, and leadership development.
Student Ambassadors
SJSU Online Student Ambassadors play an important role by providing current and potential students with valuable insights, resources, and experiences through their advocacy, community building, education, and outreach efforts. All current SJSU Online students are eligible to apply for paid student ambassador positions each term.
Online Requirements and Resources
One of the many benefits of enrolling with SJSU Online is that you can access and complete your courses and assignments from anywhere you have a computer and internet connection. In addition, we have several websites across SJSU with dedicated resources to help support and enhance your online learning experience.
- eCampus: Access the Adobe Creative Cloud, software trainings and more.
- Information Technology: Get IT support, Google Suite and MySJSU training and more.
- Learn Anywhere: Learn about Eduroam wifi, Canvas, Zoom, LinkedIn Learning and more.
- SJSU Library: Search for articles, subject librarians and more.
- Tutoring Hub: Get connected with Peer Connections, the Writing Center and more.
Get Connected
Utilize our social media accounts and online communities to connect with SJSU students, activities, opportunities, and resources.
SJSU Social Media
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SJSU Online Discord server: Chat with other students via mobile or desktop app.
More Online Communities
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SJSU Discord hub: Join some of the more than 200 servers.
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SJSU Facebook groups: Join some of the more than 350 groups.
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SJSU LinkedIn groups: Join some of the more than 175 groups.
Discover SJSU
There are over 75 SJSU YouTube channels sharing videos year round and we have compiled all of the channels and recent videos onto the Discover SJSU YouTube channel to make it easy for you to access live and recorded content. Watch the most recent content in the videos above.
Discover SJSU YouTubeAdditional Program Opportunities
Beyond Your Program
Maximize your SJSU Online experience by participating in events, organizations, and professional development opportunities across SJSU.
Virtual Events
There are always new events, webinars, and networking opportunities taking place across SJSU and many of those opportunities are available for SJSU Online students to participate in virtually.
Research Opportunities
The Office of Research offers a variety of programs and resources designed to assist students in finding and successfully completing Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (RSCA) as part of their educational experience at SJSU.
Student Involvement
Get connected to some of SJSU's more than 350 student organizations and to a wide range of leadership development opportunities to increase your network and sharpen your skill set.
Civic Engagement
Advocate on behalf of your peers and your community by getting involved in student government or through the César Chávez Community Action Center.
Academic Honors
Become an SJSU President's or Dean's Scholar if you earn a GPA of 3.65 or higher during a fall or spring semester.
Commencement
Finish your SJSU Online experience by participating in the SJSU Commencement ceremony to cross the stage and receive your diploma.
Academic Resources
Utilize SJSU's academic resources while enrolled in your SJSU Online program to get the support that you need to excel in your classes. If you have any questions about where to start, contact your academic advisor or email us at online@sjsu.edu.
Student Life Resources
Utilize SJSU's student life resources to get connected to helpful resources and opportunities that will complement your academic experience. If you have any questions about where to start, email us at online@sjsu.edu.
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Native American and Indigenous Resource Center (coming soon)
Let's Get Started
Fill out this form to connect with an enrollment counselor and learn more about how SJSU Online can help you complete your bachelor's degree.
