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The Division of International Education (DoIE), formerly the Office of International Programs, provides campus-wide leadership and coordination in implementing the university's goals for international education and exchange. It collaborates closely with faculty, staff, students, scholars, the local community, and international alumni to support initiatives aimed at internationalizing the campus.

About Us

Advising and Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8AM to 12PM and 1PM to 5PM

Prospective Students

Monday and Tuesday | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 

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F-1 Student Advising Hours

Monday through Friday | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 
Tuesday and Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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J-1 Student Advising Hours

Tuesday & Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Monday through Thursday| 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Study Abroad Advising Hours

See the Study Abroad Schedule here>>

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No Advising

October 29, 2024: No Study Abroad Advising only
November 11, 2024: Veteran's Day
November 28 to 29, 2024: Thanksgiving Break
December 23 to January 1, 2025: Winter break

Future students

Prospective Students

Unlock a world of opportunities and broaden your academic horizons as a degree-seeking F-1 international student at SF State.

See Prospective International Student information.

 

F-1 international students

F-1 International Students

From F-1 regulations to cultural adjustment, we're committed to your smooth transition to studying at SF State.

See Current International Students and New International Students.

Exchange students gathering

J-1 Exchange Students

Embark on your unforgettable exchange journey at SF State! 

See Current Exchange Students and New Exchange Students.
 

Study abroad student

Study Abroad

It's time to study abroad! Don't miss the opportunity to discover the world.

See Study Abroad: Getting Started 

Explore the SF State Abroad Database!

San Francisco State University provides reasonable accommodations based on disability for eligible students. If you need special accommodation beyond phone advising, please email us at international@sfsu.edu.

Last updated: September 2024

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