What is Open University?

San José State University’s Open University program allows non-matriculated students to enroll in university courses on a space-available basis. Open University is a way for non-matriculated students to attend San José State University to take individual courses. It also allows students to earn credits while waiting for admission. Open University students can grow professionally, enrich their lives, prepare for a career change, or give university life a try.

As a participant in Open University, students receive credit for coursework. Open University students may apply 24 units to an undergraduate degree or 6 units to a graduate degree. Course prerequisites, if any, are indicated by a class note.