Private Silicon Valley university offering tech-focused bachelor's and master's degrees with industry partnerships.
San Francisco Bay University offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science, Business Administration, and Psychology, with options for three-year or four-year completion. Graduate programs include Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees. The university introduced the Agility Praxis Pathway (APP) core curriculum in 2024, designed to enhance critical thinking and adaptability through 10 supplementary courses. All programs emphasize industry-aligned competencies and real-world outcomes relevant to Silicon Valley's tech and business sectors.
The suburban campus in Fremont provides access to Silicon Valley's entrepreneurial ecosystem. SFBU offers residential life, campus clubs, health and wellness services, and a business incubator called Innovate Bay. The university emphasizes support for the whole student through mentorship programs, financial literacy initiatives, and career preparation. Student testimonials highlight a welcoming community with accessible faculty and abundant scholarship opportunities.
SFBU welcomes domestic undergraduate, graduate, and transfer students, as well as international applicants. The university offers flexible admission pathways including a three-year bachelor's degree option and the Startup Scholars program for entrepreneurial students. Campus tours are available every Wednesday at 4:00 PM, with personalized visits by appointment. Enrollment counselors provide guidance on programs, applications, scholarships, and transfer credit evaluation.
The Career Center provides comprehensive support including one-on-one career coaching, employer connection events, internship opportunities through Handshake, and mentorship programs. The university tracks graduate outcomes and emphasizes career preparation alongside personal development. Virtual internship and Curricular Practical Training (CPT) opportunities connect students to industry experience in the Bay Area tech sector.