San Francisco is the City and County of San Francisco. It is the cultural, commercial, and financial center of Northern California. San Francisco is a world-famous city known for its iconic landmarks, diverse culture, and stunning natural beauty. San Francisco's 2020 population was at 873,965.

San Francisco State University is a major public urban university, situated in one of the world’s great cities. Building on a century-long history of commitment to quality teaching and broad access to undergraduate and graduate education, the University offers comprehensive, rigorous, and integrated academic programs that require students to engage in open-minded inquiry and reflection.