20 Best Psychology Grad Programs In San Francisco, CA (2022 Updated)

I used to crash classes here and love that a school like this exists and I am very happy that many pioneers in various fields are finding a more public voice here. I was recently interested in obtaining a masters and encouraged to apply late (Pauline Reif) with the promise that I would be seen for that semesters admission. After submitting and paying non refundable application fees I was told I was late (which I had clearly known!) and none of my subsequent emails have been responded to. For a school focused on cutting edge psych and interpersonal dynamics, my experience with admissions was a FAR cry from what I hoped they stood for. I really hope they button up their program, modern and non-mainstream schooling is important, and I find that system wide integrity is even more crucial amongst those who walk on the outskirts.Mike D

I had a very mixed experience with this school. It was well worth the effort, but the school was not supportive when they needed to be which was ironic since many of the programs are focused on learning how to provide holistic psychotherapy. I would think an organization that focused on that subject would be filled with people capable of providing great support. Rather I found, after a few years, that it is very disorganized and in some serious need of an administrative overhaul.Marni Sweetland

Cutting edge graduate institution & doctoral program in the field of integral studies, psychodynamic psychotherapy & multidisciplinary consciousness studies. 🏦 Expanding the study of the psyche to include the transpersonal domain is a radically important undertaking for us at this time.⛲ The California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is at the vanguard of the transpersonal movement and a leader in the field of holistic studies.🕉Chris Hutnik

I had a wonderful experience at Palo Alto University. I feel well equipped and prepared to continue my journey as a Marriage and Family Therapist. While a couple of the professors I had were not outstanding, for the most part the staff was wonderful and incredible compassionate. A few professors I highly recommend taking courses from at the graduate level are Aaron Henderson, William Snow, Christen Wathen, Rochelle Ritzi, Donna Sheperis, Dareen Basma, Maryasha Katz, and Donya Wallace. Having an entirely online graduate course was essential to me because I have a busy schedule and needed a program that was flexible and accommodating. I feel proud to be a soon-to-be PAU alumni and love being affiliated with a school that promotes social justice, equality, and diversity.Janelle Stepper

This is an affordable program that was able to prepare me for a career as a marriage family therapist. The quality of instruction is excellent, and I rely on the skills and concepts I practiced and learned here in my vocation.Mary Williams

I was traumatized by my treatment at Langley Porter: I had to heal from being there, on top of the emotional crisis I went in with. I was locked up when all I needed was compassion and listening – the ward was terrifying and like in prison. I woke up one night in tears with a strong need to talk with someone. I hadn't been able to speak since arrival, I was so upset and disconnected and overwhelmed, so I stepped outside my darkened room and immediately the nurse yelled at me to get back in my room. I was shocked at her aggression and tried to explain, but she launched out from behind the desk and kept yelling, headed right towards me. In my upset and fragile state this was completely triggering and devastating, I couldn't speak but tried to explain myself. Then the threats began — to put me in solitary and to strip search me, I was shaking with fear and couldn't find words. The situation just got worse with me more and more dissociated – but I never made an angry gesture or did anything provocative. I just wanted to talk with someone as I had been so alone and silent since arrival. Now I was in shock and frozen in terror, and a team of big men came out and hauled me away to solitary confinement. That memory will never leave me, and the horror of the nurse responding that way – just because I wanted to talk! I was in an isolation cell and I still have nightmares and traumatic memories from this abuse. I saw this treatment again and again around me to other patients – and I know this is one of the so-called better and more high funded facilities. The worst was how they lied to me telling me I would always just be a schizophrenic and have to take meds for life. Once I got out of the system I've been successful healing this and other traumas and un-learning the misinformation I was told while an inpatient. Today I'm off disability and working on my PhD but my life suffered a terrible detour when I was forced into treatment. This was totally unnecessary but happens all the time to mental patients. We are treated like prisoners. We need voluntary community based non-disease model ways to care for people. My doctoral research is on non-medication treatments for schizophrenia and psychosis and the process of withdrawal from antipsychotic medication – information Langley Porter never taught me about. Doctors were wrong about homosexuality being a disease and they are wrong about psychosis and schizophrenia being diseases best treated by medications. Look into successful alternatives such as Open Dialogue and Soteria House and the recovery movement – I wish I had known about this before I became a patient at Langley Porter. Sanctuaries should be caring places not authoritarian prisons. Some day we will look back at this era of so called mental health and see the barbarism and failed science for what it is. Just because "good people" work there and "do it to help you" doesn't mean it isn't violent abuse – the worst evils are done in the name of good. Please if you read this and work for Langley Porter find out about the psychiatric survivor movement, the hearing voices movement, Open Dialogue and human rights issues in mental health. Stop being part of the problem and start being part of the solution. No more abuse of people like me!Will Hall

I was a patient of the partial hospitalization program for a couple days and I was shocked at how infantile and juvenile the treatment was. I need serious help and serious treatment but being treated like a 6 year old is not on my list of ways I want to be treated. I felt the program was dehumanizing and degrading. I voiced this opinion in one of the group sessions and later that day another full grown adult spoke out in the group saying she wanted to “do violent” things to me. I obviously freaked and thought I wouldn’t come the next day. Cynthia Diwan spoke to me about the incident. When I told her I do feel the that the program is juvenile and that threatening violence doesn’t equal out. I was told that it is shocking that I have not had this type of reaction before to a negative comment. I mean… it was shocking and horrifying. I am used to dealing with adults and speaking in an adult manner. Cynthia all but used the words “this is your fault”. The blame was clear. I am in the wrong and violent comments are acceptable no matter how the victim of such comments feels. Do not go here unless you are ok with basically holding hands and singing camp fire songs. This program is essentially adult daycare with a smidge of life basics thrown in.C

I have recently heard two psychologists speak on Michael Krasney's Forum from Langley Porter on two different programs. I found the heartfelt desire to help teenagers from the UCSF Langley psychologists to be disingenuous when therapy ( in the eating disorder/ anxiety program there) costs $450 per hour- (most insurances do not begin to cover this expense). It would be the right thing to do for these professionals to advocate that their own UCSF programs for Youth charge reasonably , or to advertise lists of therapists/help programs in the Bay area who do. There must be qualified therapists out there who aren't interested in exploiting the worry and desperation of families seeking help for their children. We paid a staggering bill issued by Langley Porter for therapy we were under the impression was covered by insurance. Our experience still feels a nightmare 2 years on.Vicki Melin

I previously had the joy of working with Dr. Sahar Dorani for 2 years. In that time, I got to know her expertise in working with young adults who have a history of trauma and her commitment to providing culturally sensitive care. Additionally, Dr. Dorani has an ease in her clinical style which allows the creation of strong working relationships with every patient she serves. I also had the pleasure to attend a CE course co-lead by Dr. Dorani which educated our clinical staff on culturally sensitive therapeutic care for South Asian, Southwest Asian, and North African (SSWANA) college students. I found her presentation style informative and engaging.Robyn Shannon

Dr. Alexis Lopez is a wonderful psychologist. I had the absolute pleasure of working with her for a year, and getting to see her warmth, genuine care for her clients, passion for multicultural work, advocacy, and real gift for using CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) in a tailored and client-centered way. I learned so much from her kind and thoughtful approach. I am always excited to refer clients to her, as I have seen how effective her balance affirming while helping clients push towards change can be. I can't recommend her highly enough!Paige O'Connell

I happily refer clients to Stella Nova because of their expertise in offering services geared towards the mental health and well being of women and non-binary people. Dr. Maya Borgueta has built a practice that is uniquely focused on understanding her clients' needs, and her team of therapists are thoughtful, compassionate, and well trained. I especially appreciate that they have therapists on staff who understand issues specifically affecting women of color. I've referred clients to them for individual, couples, and group therapy.Lily Sun

Dr. Michael Abrams has provided insightful and comforting talk therapy for me in a time of many changes and transitions. I have been utilizing his services for several months on a weekly basis and I genuinely look forward to our sessions. I have gained a lot of confidence by being able to openly discuss my feelings in a safe and validating environment. I would highly recommend him. He not only listens, but directs the conversation and dialogue which subsequently helps you uncover deeper rooted emotions. I have seen a huge shift and I find the sessions to be extremely constructive. I am super thankful to be working with him.marisa vore

Both Dr. Hirchak and the office staff are great! Everyone is very efficient, always gets back to you quickly (usually within the hour), easy to make appts (can do over email if don't want to talk on the phone), trans-friendly (never get dead-named and Rx always put through with legal name to avoid medication delays). Dr. Hirchak is extremely knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate. He actually listens to me and is always coming up with solutions (so I don't have to come up with them, by myself).J Y Thoden

Dr. McKinley is so tremendously helpful and professional. She guides with the compassion of a trusted friend. In addition, her ability to listen and recall the details is unmatched!! Life has been a roller-coaster ride for all of us during the pandemic and she has been flexible with in person or virtual sessions as needed. I feel lucky to have found such a fantastic therapist to work through the challenges in life.Christine Nagy

I have been seeing Dr. Benjamin Elswick at Psychiatric alternatives for over a year now, and I cannot begin to express how highly I value the work that he does. He is both incredibly affable and professional, and his ability for communicating the pros and cons of treatment options in ways that make sense is a tremendous help. I feel both trusted and heard in our appointments: he always listens, is always attentive to my concerns, and never seems to ignore or brush off my own lived experience, allowing us to slowly build a treatment plan together that works better and better for me. Dr. Elswick has a holistic and sensitive approach, and gives the impression of treating my medications as dynamic tools to try to build a more fulfilling life in relation to the world, rather than viewing them as "fixing" something inherently "wrong" about me. As someone who is very interested in the science behind my own psychological needs, Dr. Elswick is a trove of information, and is always happy to take the time to explain. And while he is incredibly good at simplifying concepts in to easy-to-understand metaphors, he is also respectful of my own knowledge base. I never feel like I am being talked down to, or like he is over-explaining concepts I already clearly grasp. After so many horror stories from friends who experienced psychiatric care that seemed cold, unhelpful, or indifferent, I feel like I've struck gold with Dr. Elswick. I find myself looking forward to my appointments, as each one feels like a building block in putting together a life I can thrive in, and Dr. Elswick's kindness, humor, and down-to-earth demeanor make the sessions a joy. I cannot recommend Dr. Elswick highly enough, and the team at Psychiatric Alternatives are great with communication, email reminders, insurance, and ease of payment. If I could give more stars I would.Gregory MacDonald

Convenient in a pitch but be aware expensive missed appointment fees. My appointments were over Zoom and usually under 10 minutes long. Since insurance paid for it and I have a therapist, it did the job but I’ve recently stopped using their services because of expensive missed appointment charges. I was told i would get text reminders for my appointments but never did and missed two in a row (thanks ADHD) i was charged a total of $300 for these. It’s easy to miss an appointment that’s virtual and 5 minutes long. I wish they would have just texted me and asked where I was instead of defaulting to charge my card. This move highlights how impersonal this place feels. Will be going elsewhere.Geula F

This place is a scam. I was just told by the receptionist I can only see a therapist if I am able to attend therapy every week. After telling her I can only attend biweekly due to my finances she told me they would not be able to see me. She then proceeded to tell me this was common and standard mandated practice in the psychiatric industry. –It is not. This is a lie. This place just wants to make money off its patients. Can't believe a therapist office tried to gaslight me-how ironic and pathetic.Paige Keller

Dr. Nina is a godsend. I actually feel like ME again. My sleep is restful and my energy is stabile. And I'm no longer waking up with burning pain in my stomach. I will say without reservation that it was Dr. Nina's expertise that got me here. She used specialized testing to understand the health of my gut, helped me get rid of problem foods that my GI system didn't like, and used herbal medicines and nutrition to get me balanced. As a doctor, she is thorough, and doesn't make off-the-cuff recommendations. She also explains things well: from how complex hormonal systems interact…to the pros and cons of different treatments…to what various backup plans could look like. I am someone who asks a lot of questions, and Dr. Nina handled every one of them well. I feel grateful for her skills as both an educator and a doctor.Taylor Ray

As a fellow clinician and colleague of Dr. David Shepard at Therapy Now SF, I have worked closely with Dr. Shepard over the past two years. Dr. Sheppard is extremely warm, kind, authentic, and empathetic in collaborating with his co-workers and clients. Dr. Shepard's passion lies in working from globally social justice and trauma-informed care lens. I have consulted with Dr. Shepard many times and referred clients to him. The clients I have referred to Dr. Shepard have been very content in their therapeutic journey. Dr. Shepard always has a warm presence and radiant energy creating a safe place for his clients, colleagues, and his community. I highly recommend Dr. Shepard to help guide you in your healing journey.Pooja Mamidanna

Dr. Zorbas is an incredible therapist – she is empathic and thoughtful, yet direct and honest with her patients. She is someone who truly cares and has the knowledge to help people. She has a lot experience in the field, from community mental health work and various counseling centers to teaching at USF. I consult with her regularly to help with my patients, and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a meaningful therapeutic relationship.Masha Lisitsa

18 months after my daughter was involved in a traumatic experience, she started having PNES. The doctors kept her in the hospital for a week, trying multiple medications. Her seizures got worse and yet she was released from the hospital. I was at my wits end. I googled "treatment for PNES", send an email, and within a couple days Cammy called! She was our life saver. She had an answer and a treatment. Today, two years later, my daughter is Co-President of her Veterinary Medicine class at Oregon State University. She is happy, successful and has the skills and resources to stay that way thanks to Dr. Cammy. She was a real life, pragmatic angel when we desperately needed one. I will forever be grateful for her changing the potential course of my daughter's life.Verna Wise Matthews

Dr. Cammy is so thorough, warm, and ride or die for her clients. I've known Dr. Cammy for years and have experienced her coaching and facilitation first-hand. Her wisdom and guidance have literally helped me transform my life. For years I struggled with being in work environments where I was underpaid and under-appreciated. With Dr. Cammy's coaching, I now own my own business and have more than doubled my income in only a couple of years. She is also very sensitive to my religious and social context as a Muslim woman and I found her so welcoming, accepting, and attentive. I'm so honored to co-facilitator with her in her breakout 90 Days to Calm Course. I can not endorse her enough. You will not regret any of the work you do with Dr. Cammy.Samira Abdul-Karim

Dr. Cammy is a phenomenally effective coach. After participating in her 90 Days to Calm course and some individual coaching sessions, I’ve experienced major positive shifts in my physical, mental and emotional health. Dr. Cammy is an active listener who affirms clients’ strengths and, with impressive insight, identifies opportunities for change, with clear action steps. Her kind, non-judgmental, assertive demeanor instills confidence and the motivation to follow through. If you’re overwhelmed with stress and anxiety, I highly recommend working with Dr. Cammy to embark on a path toward greater balance, calmness and well being.Caitlin Connelly Ellsworth

This is the worst company ever! I wish I could rate the company as a whole. There are many locations. I had nothing but problems from the beginning. My first appointment was canceled last minute because the counselor suddenly stopped working. I was hesitant to try again but did so because I needed therapy. My second effort was a major hassle just to get another appointment. Their online meeting platform is a confusing nightmare but I did my best to navigate it. I waited over a half hour for my therapist to show up but he never did. I never received any communication regarding his no show. Yet I tried again. My therapist gave me wrong information about my next appointment and Thriveworks scheduled me for a different time. They even charged me for the appointment that the therapist screwed up scheduling. Completely unprofessional and inconsiderate. No consideration or compassion for their clients and no accommodations. My therapist assured me that he was going to ask them to waive the monthly fee but I have been continued to be charged even to this day after sending a request to them to cancel my services. I have been forced to contact my bank to stop payment. Do not waste your time time with this company.Steven Guastucci

Sarah is an dedicated clinician who strives to provide the highest quality care to her clients. She goes above and beyond to ensure that her clients have the support that they need. She believes that all clients deserve the highest level of care and will work creatively with her clients to make sure they feel that they are receiving the treatment they are seeking.Katie Rose

Jamie Bennett is a wonderful clinician who truly cares for her patients. Within moments of meeting Jamie, you feel immediately comfortable and supported. Jamie demonstrates the highest levels of empathy and expertise. She is a valued and trusted resource, and I cannot recommend her enough.Allison Roberts

Very disappointed that the educational series is actually a marketing event in disguise. Not an honest company. Two Chairs is seriously harming small practices who accept insurance. Unfortunately our practice was targeted by Two Chairs who acted as a “referral partner” and then began marketing recruitment opportunities to our clinicians. It is sad and heartbreaking that they are hurting small practices who accept insurance by stealing their clinicians in favor of their cash-only practice. It is no wonder why more and more offices are not able to accept insurance. Practices like Two Chairs make it impossible for small practices to compete. Charging $205 per session and attempting to steal clinicians from insurance-based practices after befriending them as referral partners is sad and disgraceful.Veronica Calkins

I've worked with a few therapists and therapy groups in my life and none have compared to my experience with Two Chairs. Their process from beginning to end is so helpful and transparent. First, they offer an intro call that allows you to ask any questions about billing, insurance, matching etc. Next, the way they take your preferences into account to match you just sets the stage for a beautiful therapeutic relationship. Last, I am someone who highly values data and their survey process is incredibly helpful in documenting patterns and a great way to deliver feedback. I worked specifically with Sarah, and she truly changed my life. I am so grateful for the time I was able to work with her (I moved out of state :/) and cannot recommend Two Chairs enough.Nikki Galusha

I have nothing but good things to say about the quality of care I've received at Two Chairs. They do a lot of work to match you with a therapist who meets your needs and preferences. They were able to match me with someone very experienced in specific areas related to my needs. Care is always professional, judgement-free, and very compassionate. It is expensive but I save some money through reimbursement with my insurance. I had tried much less expensive providers previously but received less effective care. Overall I have seen immense benefits in my day to day life thanks to Two Chairs therapy and coaching.Tayler Brumble

Cary has been a trusted colleague since graduate school. I don't hesitate to refer to clients to her and when she's covered for me during vacations, I know my clients will be exceptionally well cared for. Cary is kind and conscientious, she's deeply compassionate but also careful and self-aware when it comes to the language she chooses and the way she relates to other humans. She's also really funny! She's a natural for therapeutic work and is especially attuned to working with trauma. Cary is quite wonderful!Emily Fasten

"Truly, you couldn't ask for better than Cary Ann Rosko. I've known her since graduate school, and I have been impressed and inspired by her blend of a sharp mind and a compassionate heart since I met her. As a clinician, I take seriously the referrals I provide, and I don't hesitate to refer folks in need of a stellar psychotherapist to Cary Ann; in addition to trusting her with my professional reputation, I would entrust the care of a loved one to her in a heartbeat. Seriously, make the call."Emily O'Rourke-Mills

Dr. Lev is extremely knowledgeable, caring, professional, and experienced. She knows what she is doing, is an expert in her field, and has a direct, practical approach that is helpful and refreshing. She has deep wisdom and insight and she is a great person to have in your corner!Lauren Korshak

Worked with Rachel Willimott on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for a budding phobia and had great results. She was really personable and very scientific, which is something I value.Dan Haggerty

I was lied to by doctors there I was told by Dr. Hakimi "Even if I wanted to I cannot refer you dermatology cannot refer to infectous disease".That's a lie.And when a doctor Dr.Wei comes in and splits your hair apart looks says " I don't see anything" is she trying to insult my intellegence? What were dealing with is microscopic. I have lab findings of nematode in my gut and in my well water. Yet I was sent to a specialist whom did not even look at my labs. Went by my age and that I'm a female that that's when morgellons usually hits a person for some reason females at my age. Offers Risperdal or abilify without looking at my labs. I sent my case to a teaching hospital in Pakastani and they agree parasite. They deal with this stuff Dailey in other countries. My regular dermatologist whom refered me to ucsf is now trying to refer me to UC Davis infectous disease. It's sad because I had such high hopes for ucsf. My primary tried to get me to Stanford infectous disease but my insurance didn't cover it. I think morgellons is a serious disease. And if a person is going to be labeled with it than lab work should be done and lab work should be looked at. Not a dx by a person's sex and age. It's pt neglect and is the doctor working for a drug company or the pt? Apparently the drug company in this case. I am saddened deeply because I had high high hopes for ucsf.Sabrina Cesena

UCSF is absolutely amazing! From my very first stay here to my very last brain surgery. All the staff are wonderful and very caring for their patient's. Dr. Edward Chang and his entire team saved my life. On July 12 I had an Anterior temporal lobectomy on my right side. I am today 42 days seizure free!!! I may have epilepsy, but it doesn't have me. If you have epilepsy, don't give up! Get a second opinion. Be seen at UCSF. I am beyond thankful for my wonderful Neurosurgeon Dr. Edward Chang. He is not only brilliant, but very caring as well. Keep up the amazing work UCSF!Caroline Wolfe

pretty bad. I had testic issues and they basically said, you’re hurting, but we don’t know why… now you’re going to be discharged. Everything is still the same. I don’t go to the hospital often. Is this how it works?! If they don’t know they just pass you on????!!! At least radiologist was very friendly but they rushed to get me out. Maybe bc of military coverage. I’m still hurting (hard core) and have no idea why.Cam Kirsch

I have had a good experience at Meridian so far. I'm in the PsyD program and online format. The key difference at Meridian is transformative learning, and it is NOT for everyone. There were a couple people who left in the first semester because they wanted traditional courses only. I understand that, but I've really appreciated the more unique approach to learning psychology from the inside out. My academic advisor is great. I wish it was easier to contact staff, but that isn't something I have to do all that often. Really all the faculty I've had have been great — very knowledgable and inspiring. I would recommend Meridian to anyone who is seeking an online psychology program and wants to go deep in that process. (I already posted this on Yelp a few months ago)Jonny Fasson

I completed my doctorate at GGU and it was an incredibly rewarding experience. I was first drawn to the program because it was the only fully-accredited doctorate in finance in the Bay Area that could be pursued part-time by someone who also had a career. The experience proved to be so much more than that, however.. The full-time faculty who run the program are passionate about what they do, offering students the opportunity to engage in significant personal growth and deep learning. The faculty are also well suited to GGU's mission, combining, as they do, first class academic credentials with significant leadership experience in the "real world." There are two distinct phases to doctoral study and GGU's program delivers the best of both. The first phase is focused on core doctoral seminars that provide the tools and conceptual framework for understanding and conducting formal research. It was here that I came to fully appreciate the nature of the academic enterprise and begin to master the tools and techniques for its pursuit. The second phase involves the development of a research question that will result (if you're sufficiently diligent) in the production of a formal dissertation. This is the apprenticeship phase, where you work closely with your dissertation committee and, most especially, your chair. My own committee chair, Paul Fouts, was at once both guide and mentor, sending me back again-and-again to reexamine my sources, rewrite my proposals, and revisit the evidence. Each time, my dissertation got better. In the end, I was able to produce work that I believe will have a real impact on my profession. The doctoral program is probably the smallest part of what GGU does, but it represents the best of the University's mission and values. Beyond that, I can heartily recommend GGU to anyone who seeks to improve their skills and advance their career through any any of the University's many degree and certificate programs.Dave Yeske

My time here was slightly disappointed. First, the school's credentials aren't as well recognized compared to the other schools in the area, so many students have a hard time getting a job compared to students from other schools. Second, the school says they offer help to get students job, but all they do is review your resume and have you go out and find your own opportunities. Third, the counselors I had for business, kept mixing me up with other students and when it came time to discuss a problem, she'd forget the issue. She also told me I didn't need a class and then said I did. After taking the class, I found out I really didn't have to and wasted an entire semester with this school. Fourth, the resources may seem like alot at first, but the truth is, what really matters are resources for certifications. They don't have many resources that'll help and do not offer certifications for most programs. Fifth, the teachers and systems aren't as reliable. I find that some professors don't like it when you have questions. Some make you go to class to listen to the lecture and then still make you do an entire online course (might as well do online only). Some have a power trip and would make excuses for being late on grading or make "adjustments" to their grading on the syllabus after class is finished, messing up your entire semester. Most teachers are never up to date on their online courses. They either don't fix the dates for due dates or they don't open the assignments or just not clear on their direction. Sixth, there are a lot of students that are international here that get discriminated against. It's very disheartening when they have to report that their teachers are saying rude remarks or making jokes about anyone of color. Bottom line is, I regret coming here. While there were some great teachers, there weren't enough to count past one hand. Don't make the same mistake as I did. Get your money's worth elsewhere.K Y

WASTE OF TIME, EFFORTS, MONEY TO ORDER OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS, AND FRUSTRATIONS 0 STAR IF THERE IS AN OPTION, if I know that I have to go through all of this for nothing, I should listen to my people around me to take the Contra Costa College for my Fall semester 2017. It is just 7 minutes drive from my home and I don't have to deal with too many unnecessary things from other schools. The only thing I disliked about CCC was the tuition is too low that I will not get much from the tax return. The BAH in my area is 3500 compared with 4200 BAH in San Francisco, which is fair overall based on a lot of factors. If I can change my mind, I would go for my first option in the first place instead of wasting my time, efforts, money, and frustrations for some other schools that did not take me anywhere. On Monday August 28, I have received the email from GGU with the subject "GGU will support you all the way – from start to graduation!" To be honest, I was almost laughed my stomach out. If GGU will support me all the way, why did they require too many unnecessary things in the first place. Just let me take some classes first, then I will submit other less important things later, but that is not how GGU wanted. That is the best support I get from GGU all the way – from start to graduation. THANKS FOR THE WARNING! That is the best email Subject I have ever received from GGU, and it came on the day that the School Starts, but I was unable to start school. I am so excited to tell you that I would like to continue my education……………somewhere else.Louis Pham

I was really excited to attend but overall it wasn’t much different than community college at least for Gen ed. my excitement peaked week 4 and by week 11 of the semester I realized what was ahead of me and how the school is kind of a crazy mess. Having ethnic studies tie their bodies to the Muni tracks and an on campus anti abortion protest with bloody pictures was definitely a bit much And not made better by the pleasant Marchant booths the fallowing week. My department I’ve heard is basically a mess though unfortunately. My CC was state if the art and this place has some buildings that are authentically 1950’s and untouched it’s kind of scary so I try not to think about earthquakes given that Fine Arts, the library and Humanities are probably the safest buildings on campus. It feels impossible and hopeless here because almost nobody lives near campus and everyone commutes so it always feels dead. This factor makes it very hard to feel/get connected on campus to any degree and make friends. Don’t get fooled by impacted programs it doesn’t exactly mean they are “good” it just means the school is cheap and hasn’t built new buildings like it probably should have(Cinema, science and kin departments that’s you!). Go here if they have a good program for your major that’s what’s important, not location, student life etc.Alex Merenkov

I knew people who loved it at SFSU and knew people who hated it here. Personally, I had a great experience at SF State. Obviously a negative experience was having to go online due to covid in my third year but I was still able to have a good experience here overall for undergrad. I wouldn't trade my time and memories here for anything and I'm thankful for all the opportunities SF State was able to offer me and the friends I made along the way. College is what you make of it and I had a really good time here. Class of 2022Zachary Lacanlale

I just attended Class of 2022 commencement. I was extremely disappointed. This is the first graduation I’ve ever been to that never called out student names. The commencement speaker sounded like a political campaign. I’m sorry but the families and friends that came to watch our loved one graduate, want them to be celebrated even for a quick few seconds and not sit through speech after speech from strangers.Cerita Gaddi

This review is from the perspective of a new student trying to take a single summer online class. I registered for the class in late spring, but it didn't even show up in Canvas (their online learning platform) until the summer session actually started. The instructor hadn't "published" the class, meaning I couldn't attend. I contacted him (Higginbotham is his name), on the day the class started, and he told me that the class didn't actually start until two days later. He assured me that the materials would be available and the class would be up and running by then. Two days later the class is still not listed as published, and the school's help desk can't help me either. The help desk diverts me to someone in India — are you freakin' kidding me? You aren't Amazon, why can't I speak to someone at the college? I consider myself a pretty tech savvy person, but I can't figure out how to attend my class at this school.Patrick Lindsay

CCSF is a great place to start a career or to get back to finish an education. They offer many opportunities and financial support to all students regardless of race or status. They have many programs that will help students to transfer to four year institutions or specialize in a certain career. The academic counselors are great people who really care and go the extra mile to help students to succeed on their careers. Many professors are great people and they make sure that their students are understanding the concepts. If their students are struggling on the class they are willing to help them out. It is a shame that CCSF does not get the credit it deserves.Rodrigo Cruz

Went to the bookstore to pickup items purchased online. Tip: the pickup window is outside of the bookstore to the left, and NOT inside the bookstore. I had an issue with my digital pickup, where Cengage Access code wasn't working, so I informed the representative, and he is supposed to get back to me via phone. There isn't any parking in front of the bookstore, because it's reserved for staff. Be prepared to park across the street, and walk a couple of minutes.Leonard Suguitan (Len)