Experience a day as a Gator.
Spend the day exploring campus, meeting the people who will shape your journey and experiencing what college life is really like.
Whether you’re still deciding where to apply or you’re ready to take the next step, Discover SFSU is where you can picture yourself here.
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location
San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132
Who should attend
Discover SFSU is an undergraduate event for:
- High school seniors and transfer students interested in applying for Fall 2027
- Students who have already applied for Fall 2027
- Students admitted for Spring 2027
What You’ll Experience
Discover your future.
See what everyday life is like as an SFSU student. Walk the campus with a current student guide, tour inside our residence halls and explore campus dining.
Discover your path.
Explore academic programs, learn about student life and connect with current students who can share their experiences inside and outside the classroom.
Discover how to apply.
Meet with admission experts who can answer your questions, explain the application process and help you understand your next steps.
Discover your financial aid options.
Connect with financial aid counselors to learn about scholarships, grants and financial aid opportunities that can help make your education possible.
On-the-spot admission
Eligible fall 2027 applicants who apply to SFSU and register for Discover SFSU by Oct. 7 will receive their admission offer during the event.
Make the most of your visit
After the event, continue exploring everything San Francisco has to offer. From restaurants and shopping to the zoo and iconic attractions, there’s plenty to discover just minutes from campus.
Top Things to do in SF
Just a short walk from campus, Stonestown Galleria is a convenient spot for student essentials and a day out with friends. Pick up groceries, shop your favorite stores or grab a bite to eat, all just steps from SFSU.
Just minutes from campus, the San Francisco Zoo is home to animals from around the world. Explore its exhibits, stroll through its gardens and spend the day discovering wildlife along San Francisco’s coast.
Enjoy some of the best burritos in California from a nearby restaurant, then head to Mission Dolores Park to walk the palm-lined paths, play tennis or soccer, catch a local DJ or simply relax and take in the lively atmosphere and San Francisco views.
Explore the San Francisco Botanical Garden’s 55 acres of gardens and open spaces, featuring more than 8,000 kinds of plants from around the world. Wander through diverse landscapes and enjoy a peaceful escape surrounded by nature in the heart of San Francisco.
Additional Resources
Photography Notice
Discover SF State takes place in a public venue and will be recorded and photographed for distribution through various SF State outlets. All participants or parents/guardians of minors acknowledge that they may appear on these recordings and photographs by virtue of their attendance or participation in this event and agree to the use of photographed or videotaped materials through the University’s website, applications and other channels of communication.
For general inquiries about this event, or if you and/or someone in your party requires reasonable accommodations to participate in the event, please email: outreach@sfsu.edu.