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California State University, San Marcos

San Marcos, California, United States

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Programs
107
Tuition from
USD 11,900
Application fee
USD 70
Intakes
Jan, Mar, Aug
Established
1989

About California State University, San Marcos

Since its founding in 1989, California State University San Marcos has been dedicated to student success, social mobility and innovation. Through first-year programs, learning communities, internships, undergraduate research and much more, the university works to foster deep learning and academic success by engaging students in meaningful and innovative educational experiences. Located on a 306-acre hillside overlooking the city of San Marcos, CSUSM is the only public four-year comprehensive university serving North San Diego, Southwest Riverside and South Orange counties.

Building on an innovative 30-year history, California State University San Marcos is a forward-focused institution, dedicated to preparing future leaders, building great communities and solving critical issues. CSUSM enrollment is over 16,000 and the university is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Outstanding faculty and staff ensure that even on a large campus, CSUSM offers small classes with a student-to-faculty ratio of 24:1.

To learn a bit more about the student experience at CSU San Marcos, take a look at the following student testimonials:

Why choose California State University, San Marcos

Location

Located in North San Diego County, in between the city of San Diego to the south, and Orange and Riverside counties to the north, Cal State San Marcos’ unique location offers endless opportunities for exploration and activities. Minutes from the area’s best beaches and an hour from both the desert and the mountains; discover the sights near the vibrant campus in the idyllic foothills of San Marcos.

Diversity

CSUSM remains firmly committed to diversity and inclusion, receiving the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education, for the seventh straight year in 2020. The university also stands among the national leaders in the social mobility of its graduates, ranking 28th nationally out of almost 1,500 schools measured in the 2020 Social Mobility Index by CollegeNET. The index measures the extent to which a college or university educates more economically disadvantaged students at lower tuition and graduates them into good-paying jobs.

Athletics

CSUSM Athletics strives to build and maintain a successful, balanced athletic program that is consistent with the goals of the University. The Department of Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence, while enhancing student lives and promoting Cal State San Marcos. CSUSM Athletics is committed to providing equitable opportunities for every student-athlete while upholding the principles of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and integrity.

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Fees & intakes

Study levelProgramsTuition (per year)
Foundation / Pathway 3 USD 11,900 – 17,300
Undergraduate 82 USD 18,160 – 25,176
Postgraduate 22 USD 15,750 – 31,515

Tuition is shown as published for each program and may change. Check the program page for the exact fee, deposit and other costs.

Intakes

Jan — 87 programs Feb — no intake Mar — 1 program Apr — no intake May — no intake Jun — no intake Jul — no intake Aug — 19 programs Sep — no intake Oct — no intake Nov — no intake Dec — no intake

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San Marcos campus

San Marcos, California, United States

333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road

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Optional Practical Training (OPT). OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical. Eligibility is checked for each program — see the program page.

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