- Have received at least a bachelor's degree or are on the path to completing your bachelor's this year, AND
- Are either a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or non-immigrant visa holder (such as A2, F2, H4, L2, etc.).
Application Process
- Completed application
- Unofficial transcript(s) from all previously attended colleges/universities (electronic transcripts sent directly from the issuing institutions are accepted)
- Good academic standing at the last institution attended is required
- Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of 3.0 or above is required; a GPA below 3.0 does not qualify for admission
- Degree/Diploma (A document certifying the degree earned - Bachelor, Master, Doctoral Level), if applicable.
*Please note, if admitted you will be required to submit an official final transcript before you can begin classes.
- Complete your SFBU Application here
- Submit your documents.
- That’s it! No test scores, essays, recommendations, or fees required!
Key Admissions & Scholarship Deadlines
Priority Deadlines
Fall Entry
CATEGORY |
PRIORITY APPLICATION
|
PRIORITY DEPOSIT
|
PRIORITY SCHOLARSHIP
|
Domestic Students |
February 15 |
May 1 |
February 15 |
*Startup Scholars
|
January 15 |
May 1 |
January 15 |
*College Track
|
January 15 |
May 1 |
January 15 |
Spring Entry
CATEGORY |
PRIORITY APPLICATION
|
PRIORITY DEPOSIT
|
PRIORITY SCHOLARSHIP
|
Domestic
|
November 1 |
December 1 |
November 1 |
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Graduate Program Prerequisites
Most SFBU graduate programs require specific prerequisite courses. Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or Electrical Engineering typically do not need additional prerequisites to enter the corresponding master’s program (e.g., BSCS → MSCS). For details on program-specific requirements, reach out to our admissions team—we’re here to help!
Graduate Program |
Prerequisites |
| MBA and MSBAn |
Recommended Statistics, Business Math, or an equivalent |
| MSDS and MSCS |
Required -Bachelor’s in computer or data science, engineering, or another area with sufficient math, science, and/or practical experience
|
| MSEE |
Required
|
Application Review Process
Once the SFBU Admissions Office receives your complete online application and supporting documents, the application undergoes a formal review.
- Application Received
Once you submit your application, you will get a confirmation email. You can log into your applicant portal to track your status and upload any missing documents. - Application Review
The admissions committee will review your application to determine if you submitted all required materials (application and transcript(s) from all universities attended.). The committee will determine if you meet the criteria - Decision Notification
We will notify you, usually within 2-3 weeks of completing your application, of your admissions decision. If you are accepted, you will receive a decision letter and SFBU scholarship award (if applicable).
Need help?
Contact us at admissions@sfbu.edu or visit our office between 9am and 5pm PT, Monday-Friday.