As part of the application process for international applicants (i.e. those seeking F-1 status), you must submit a declaration of finance form along with the supporting financial documents.
Once you have been admitted to SJSU, we will issue a Form I-20 and email it to you, along with your admission package. The form I-20 is the Certificate of Eligibility for F-1 students.
In order to issue your I-20, we are required to collect documentation that shows you have funds available to pay for the total estimated expenses for the first year of your academic program.
Estimated expenses include:
You will need to show the same documents when applying for your F-1 visa at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate (please keep a copy for that purpose). However, please note that your admission decision is not based on the amount or type of funding you provide. This information must be submitted by the posted deadlines and is used after you have been admitted to issue your I-20.
* Please note: If you are currently in a different immigration status (e.g. H4, F2, etc.) and wish to convert to an F1 student visa, please do NOT submit the form at the time of admission. You will need to meet with an ISSS staff member to discuss next steps.
Fall 2023 - Spring 2024 | Undergraduate (12units/semester) | Graduate (9 units/semester) |
Tuition Fees | $17,403 | $16,906 |
Living Expenses | $24,527 | $24,527 |
Medical Insurance | $2,250 | $2,250 |
Total | $44,180 | $43,683 |
Fall 2024 - Spring 2025 | Undergraduate (12units/semester) | Graduate (9 units/semester) |
Tuition Fees | $18,545 | $17,547 |
Living Expenses | $25,278 | $25,278 |
Medical Insurance | $2,250 | $2,250 |
Total | $46,073 | $45,075 |
The Graduate School of Business majors have slightly different amounts. Please refer to the Lucas Graduate School of Business website for more detailed information of the tuition breakdown. Some of these programs have higher tuition rates than what is listed above (e.g. MBA for Professionals). You must include the additional tuition rates in your total amount calculation.
*Please note that the above financial information shows the minimum costs that will be indicated on your I-20 Certificate of Visa Eligibility. Actual costs will vary depending on degree, program and personal spending.
Financial documents that demonstrate proof of funding must be in English and must:
Students wishing to have a spouse or children accompany them to San José State University (SJSU) must be able to provide proof of funding for an additional $5,000 for each family member. A copy of marriage certificate and passport are required for adding a spouse. A copy of birth certificate(s) and passport(s) are required for each child. Additional proof of funding will also be required.
*Please note a dependent cannot serve as a sponsor.
Submit the Declaration of Finance Form [pdf] along along with the supporting financial documents.
Type of Documentation* | Acceptable | Not Acceptable |
Bank Letters | ✔ | |
Bank Statements (Savings or Checking Accounts) | ✔ | |
Fixed / Term / Time Deposits** | ✔ | |
Pre-approved/Sanctioned Loan Letters | ✔ | |
Scholarship Letters (Private, Government, School, etc.) | ✔ | |
Solvency Letter | ✗ | |
Employer Letters / Salary Statements | ✗ | |
Line of Credit Letters | ✗ | |
Provident (Retirement/PPF) Fund Statements | ✗ | |
Stock Market, Equity, or Mutual Fund Statements | ✗ | |
Valuation Statements (Jewelry, Gold, Property) | ✗ |
*This information is required for visa eligibility determination.
** Please include a statement on bank letterhead “to be able to withdraw without penalty at any time.”