Want to take courses at San Diego State University without going through the admissions process? With Semester at SDSU, you can enroll in more than 3,000 undergraduate and graduate class sections at SDSU. You can earn credits that will appear on an official SDSU transcript and easily transfer to other universities. You can also choose from a variety of certificate programs while earning college credits.
Program Info : An opportunity to study abroad at an American university for one or two semesters. Credits earned through the Semester at SDSU study abroad program will be listed on an official SDSU transcript and should be transferable to other universities. For students considering taking a gap year, there are two programs to choose from - students can choose the Semester at SDSU General Courses program or the Semester at SDSU Business Study Abroad Courses program.
Program Choice : Semester at SDSU Business Courses Students earn university credit in one or two semesters while taking SDSU business classes. Students are also eligible to take classes in non-business majors, and choose between the undergraduate and graduate programs.
Semester at SDSU General Courses Students earn university credit in one or two semesters while taking classes with American students at SDSU.
Semester at SDSU Certificates Students receive a certificate in a specialized area of interest, and an official SDSU transcript with transferable credits.
Benefits : - Variety of Classes (More than 80 different academic fields and more than 3,000 class) - 12 Undergraduate or 9 Graduate Units of SDSU Courses - Credits earned are listed on a permanent SDSU transcript and may be transferable to other universities. - Academic, immigration, and housing advisors are available.
Requirements : TOEFL IBT 61 Institutional TOEFL (ITP Scores) 550 IELTS 5.5 One university class taught in English (verified by professor or university) Passing grade Bachelors Degree from a University with English Instruction Only Duolingo 90
Semester at SDSU Certificates : Semester at SDSU Certificates are available for advanced English-speaking students who would like the opportunity to take classes with American students for one or two semesters. This program offers a way to experience an American university for one or two semesters without going through the regular SDSU admissions or exchange process. Students can choose from a variety of certificates and receive an official SDSU transcript with transferable credits.
Types of Certificate : Business Certificate Students with an advanced level of English proficiency who are enrolled in the Semester at SDSU Business Courses program may expand their business knowledge by enrolling in SDSU College of Business courses.
Business Engineering Certificate This certificate provides students who are studying engineering the opportunity to enhance their business knowledge while gaining an understanding of how business and engineering work together.
Entertainment Management Certificate This certificate program focuses on backstage management of people and technology in the performing arts. The certificate is designed for students who desire careers as producers, managers, and entrepreneurs in the area of live performing arts.
Environmental Studies Certificate This program is designed to provide diverse ways for students to develop knowledge of the causes and consequences of the human impact on the environment. This professional development program offers a multidisciplinary approach to environmental studies for teachers, natural resource managers, community activists, and others who are concerned about, and interested in the interaction of people and the environment.
Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Management Certificate (HTM) The HTM certificate is designed for those planning a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. The program provides a strong business foundation and produces new hospitality and tourism leaders. The program includes courses in American business and hospitality practices; guest speakers and visits to local businesses; business meetings, conventions, and event planning; and customized certificates in areas of interest. Some students may have the opportunity to participate in an internship.
International Media Certificate This certificate program offers students a strong theoretical grounding in media and in a specific, applied media field, as well as enhancing this foundational knowledge with courses focused on global aspects of media use, media technologies, and media industries.
Sustainable Tourism Management Certificate This program prepares you to succeed in one of the world's fastest growing industries. Students in this interdisciplinary program will learn the tools they need to plan and manage a sustainable tourism business.
* Please note that the ALI cannot guarantee participation in specific university courses. Students enroll in classes on a space-available basis. * An F-1 student in this program that has been enrolled for one academic year is eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). |