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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 Hours
Tuesday | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
No Advising
- July 22, 2025: No advising
- September 1, 2025: Campus Closed. Labor Day.
- November 11, 2025: Campus Closed. Veterans Day.
- November 27 & 28, 2025: Campus Closed. Thanksgiving Day.
- Thursday, December 25, 2025 - Thursday, January 1, 2026: Campus Closed. Winter recess.
Monday through Friday | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
No Advising
- July 8, 10, 15, 22, 29 and August 5 & 12: No in-person advising in the afternoon. Zoom advising only.
- August 19, 2025: No Zoom drop in in the morning.
- September 1, 2025: Campus Closed. Labor Day.
- November 11, 2025: Campus Closed. Veterans Day.
- November 27 & 28, 2025: Campus Closed. Thanksgiving Day.
- Thursday, December 25, 2025 - Thursday, January 1, 2026: Campus Closed. Winter recess.
Tuesday & Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Monday through Thursday| 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
No Advising
- September 1, 2025: Campus Closed. Labor Day.
- November 11, 2025: Campus Closed. Veterans Day.
- November 27 & 28, 2025: Campus Closed. Thanksgiving Day.
- Thursday, December 25, 2025 - Thursday, January 1, 2026: Campus Closed. Winter recess.
See the Study Abroad Schedule here>>
No Advising
- [No Advising] Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- [OFFICE CLOSED] Monday, September 1, 2025
- [OFFICE CLOSED] Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- [OFFICE CLOSED] Thursday, November 27, 2025
- [OFFICE CLOSED] Friday, November 28, 2025
- [OFFICE CLOSED] Friday, December 5, 2025
NOTE: We will be having special Summer In-person Advising Hours starting June 1, 2025, through August 1, 2025.
Starting June 1st: In-person advising will be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. (California Time). There will be no in-person advising on Thursdays. Zoom advising will be available on Tuesday mornings and Thursday afternoons only. If those times do not work for you, please email studyabroad@sfsu.edu.
Prospective Students
Unlock a world of opportunities and broaden your academic horizons as a degree-seeking F-1 international student at SF State.
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.
J-1 Exchange Students
Embark on your unforgettable exchange journey at SF State!
Study Abroad
It's time to study abroad! Don't miss the opportunity to discover the world.
Begin on the Study Abroad: Getting Started page and visit the Study Abroad Main Webpage.
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: July 2025
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