San Francisco Bay University accepts applications throughout the year to admit students into Spring or Fall semesters. Please refer to the dates below to submit your application.

 

Key Admissions & Scholarship Deadlines

San Francisco Bay University encourages students to apply early to take full advantage of scholarship opportunities, personalized support, and a smooth transition into university life.

Priority Deadlines

Spring Entry
Category
Priority Application Deadline
Priority Deposit Deadline
Priority Scholarship Deadline
Domestic Students
November 1
December 1
November 1
International Students
October 1
December 1
October 1

*Startup Scholars and College Track applicants must meet their firm deadlines to be considered.

 

Startup Scholars Entry
Category
Priority Application Deadline
Final Deadline
*Startup Scholars

(undergraduate only)

February 15 
March 6

 

Rolling Admissions

SFBU continues to accept applications, deposits, and review students for merit scholarships after the priority deadlines on a rolling, space-available basis. We encourage students to apply early.

  • Applications received after the priority deadline will be reviewed individually.
  • Scholarship consideration is still available after the deadline, depending on available funding.

  • Startup Scholars and College Track applicants must meet their firm deadlines to be considered.

     

First Flight: New Student Orientation

As an admitted student, you must attend the mandatory NSO, including course registration and advising sessions.

Spring 2027
Semester
Orientation Dates
Semester Starts
Semester Ends
Fall 2026
August 13-14, 2026
August 17, 2026
December 12, 2026
Spring 2027
January 08, 2027
January 11, 2027
May 13, 2027

New Student Orientation August 13th

August 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Days until August 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM