A new chapter awaits at SDSU
Congratulations on your admission to South à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã State University! You’re well on your way to exciting experiences and exceptional education, and there are still a few things you can do to prepare for your next chapter as a Jackrabbit.
Even if you’ve already been to campus, a dedicated, personalized visit offers new opportunities to engage with the community you’re about to join.
Whether you want to dive deeper into your future academic department or just get your bearings on campus, we’re ready to guide your experience.
Daily campus visits Monday–Friday
Jackrabbit Preview group programs on Fridays
Saturday options like Yellow & Blue Discovery Day
Specialized programs like Honors Visit Day
Schedule your visit here.
Explore your options for academic pathways
If you’re pretty sure you know what you want to study, it’s a great time to look further into what your academic journey might include. And if you’re still trying to narrow your focus, the SDSU community has resources to help.
Dig into our academic portfolio of majors, minors and specializations at sdstate.edu/academics.
Tip: Talk to a faculty member! If there’s a field or department you want to learn more about, our admissions team is happy to help set up a Q&A session with our friendly, knowledgeable academic program representatives during your visit to campus.
SDSU has a variety of convenient on-campus residence options for students, including traditional residence halls, apartments and townhomes.
17 residence halls
Optional living-learning communities for students to connect with others whose academic program or interests match their own
Kitchens and community gathering space
Student life activities
SDSU is committed to providing students not only with a valuable education but also with resources to help pay for that education.
97% of first-time, full-time SDSU students receive financial aid
We offer a variety of scholarships based on academic achievement, participation in student activities and leadership.
You’ll also want to apply for FAFSA.
Applications open December 1st.
Orientation is an awesome opportunity to make the transition to campus life seamless and exciting. You’ll have the chance to:
Tie up loose ends like picking your meal plan
Register for courses with help from your dedicated first-year adviser
Learn more about housing, dining, wellness, academic support and more
Meet your potential future classmates, neighbors and friends
Get to know your new home!
New Student Orientation registration opens in March.
There’s no atmosphere like Jackrabbit game day.
From intramural sports to major-specific groups, you’ll find a full list of student orgs on the Jacks Club Hub:
Students from any major are welcome to audition for or join the university’s bands, choirs and stage productions.
The friends, mentors, roommates, professors and classmates who will help shape your future are waiting for you right here in Brookings. We can’t wait to have you on campus.