Graduation Ceremony - Checklist- MUST Read for Graduating Students.

Hi all,

                                            Graduation day is almost there. I hope you have gone through the graduation ceremony webpage. : https://engineering.sjsu.edu/graduation

Key things to note regarding the Graduation day : 

1) RSVP if you want to "Gradwalk" this semester ( Link to book : http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ebocubag637fcb90&llr=yllxtgtab ) . You CANNOT "Gradwalk" next semester if you have finished all your credits. Do it this time or you wont be able to "Gradwalk" in the event center next semester.  

2) In Spring 2016 there will be University Graduation ceremony in Spartan stadium, You could attend that for free! Because, University graduation happens only in spring end( May ).

3) Buy the guest passes now!! if it gets close to the graduation day, It will be very hard to get tickets.

4) Parking is free for students and family on the 7th street garage on the graduation day! be proactive to find parking space that day! 

Previous post regarding the VISA procedure for friends and family : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2015/10/sjsu-graduation-visa-procedure-friends-family.html

Hope this is helpful to you! GO SPARTANS!!!

Here are some other useful posts for you!

1. Methods of Fee payment : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/methods-for-payment-of-fee-by.html

2. How to apply for California Driver's License : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/how-to-apply-for-california-dl.html

3. Getting SSN : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/all-about-ssn.html

4. Internships OPT's at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/all-about-cpts-and-opts-at-san-jose.html

5. Exploring Resources at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/exploring-resources-at-san-jose-state.html

6. On-Campus Jobs at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/getting-on-campus-job-at-san-jose-state.html

7. How to get SJSU Tower card and VTA Pass( free transportation around sjsu with this pass)  : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/how-to-get-sjsu-email-newly-admitted.html

Visa Procedure for Parents, College of Engineering Graduating Ceremony at SJSU.

Hello Spartans!!

 It is really a proud moment whether or not you being the first person to achieve Highest degree in your Family. Everyone dream of studying abroad and here you go! Its time for the party as you have achieved a milestone through the Master's degree at SJSU! Go Spartans! College of EngineeringThis post is especially for people who are planning to invite their parents for the Graduation Ceremony! . Parents can get VISA Very easily .

College of Engineering can provide you with a letter stating that you will be graduating as a proof for your family to attend your graduation. Send an email to Sanela.Latic@sjsu.edu and include the following info:
Your full name 
List whether you are male or female 
Student ID number 
List full names of family members who plan to attend and include their date of birth.

The letter needs to be signed by the dean and that may take a few weeks, please plan accordingly. You will receive an e-mail when your letter is ready for a pick up. Last minute requests will not be accepted.

The procedure for Visa for your parents is as follows :

1. Visa type : B2 ( Validity period would be 10 years and maximum length they can stay in US is 6 months).
2. Take letter from IPS and department( stated above).
3. Fill DS-160 form ( Here is the instructional video that i have made :  and ask your parents to pay VISA fees.
5. Book the VISA Appointment after filling out DS-160 form. Instructions are in this video in a detail manner

4. Documents required for VISA interview : DS-160 confirmation page, Appointment letter, fees receipt, passport. Supporting documents IPS and department letter, their birth certificate(not mandatory), marriage certificate(since they both will go to take VISA together).

Your Documents: Passport, VISA, I94, state ID or any US identity proof, I20, transcript.

5. Bank balance ( atleast $10,000) as a proof that they are sponsoring themselves for the trip. If there are many family members coming then funding needs to be appropriate enough ( high enough to cover all the expenses of the trip).

and That's all!

I hope this helps you, feel free to share this post with your near and dear! if you have any questions, don't forget to comment! Wishing you All the best!!

Go Spartans!

P.s. Tell your parents to answer the Visa officer ( if asked) saying that they are going to be here for graduation ceremony and around 25 days. but in reality they don't really care unless it exceeds 6 months. Legally they are allowed to stay for 6 months.

Here are some other useful posts for you!

1. Methods of Fee payment : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/methods-for-payment-of-fee-by.html

2. How to apply for California Driver's License : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/how-to-apply-for-california-dl.html

3. Getting SSN : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/all-about-ssn.html

4. Internships OPT's at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/all-about-cpts-and-opts-at-san-jose.html

5. Exploring Resources at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/exploring-resources-at-san-jose-state.html

6. On-Campus Jobs at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/getting-on-campus-job-at-san-jose-state.html

7. How to get SJSU Tower card and VTA Pass( free transportation around sjsu with this pass)  : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/how-to-get-sjsu-email-newly-admitted.html

How to reach SJSU !!

Hi there,

 Most of you would be coming to SJSU for the first time after clearing VISA. So, traveling in US should be of utmost care. Following are the ways you could get to SJSU.

1. Book a ride through UBER ( first ride free if you are making new account and then $20 off for referral) .
2. You can book Super shuttle .  ( prices could be found here https://reservations.supershuttle.com/Default.aspx )  afaik the price from Sanfrancisco airport to San Jose is $45/person and $10 for every extra person ( if you are coming as a group ).

3. Same as UBER , u can try Lyft, sidecar .

4. Ask your friend or senior to come in Zipcar ( would be $12.5/Hr ).

5. Check with Hindu Yuva Group on Facebook, Members offer rides frequently!

If you have less luggage then i would suggest you to take VTA bus service which will charge u a max of $4 from San jose airport to places around. and a maximum of


Wish you a Safe and Happy Journey to USA .

SJSU ISO Welcomes you !!

Here are some other Useful posts for you! :
1. Methods of Fee payment : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/methods-for-payment-of-fee-by.html

2. Getting SSN : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/all-about-ssn.html

3. Internships OPT's at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/all-about-cpts-and-opts-at-san-jose.html

4. Exploring Resources at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/exploring-resources-at-san-jose-state.html

5. On-Campus Jobs at SJSU : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/getting-on-campus-job-at-san-jose-state.html

6. How to get SJSU Tower card and VTA Pass( free transportation around sjsu with this pass)  : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/08/how-to-get-sjsu-email-newly-admitted.html

7. How to apply for California Driver's License : http://iso-sjsu.blogspot.com/2014/09/how-to-apply-for-california-dl.html

If you have any further questions, feel free to comment. i would be happy to assist u!