Public, 4-year or above
876 Faculty Members | 20:01 student faculty ratio
Not applicable
California State University-San Marcos
333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, California 92096
See on Map(760) 750-4000
California State University San Marcos focuses on the student as an active participant in the learning process. Students work closely with a faculty of active scholars and artists whose commitment to sustained excellence in teaching, research and community partnership enhances student learning. The university offers rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs distinguished by exemplary teaching, innovative curricula and the application of new technologies. CSUSM provides a range of services that respond to the needs of a student body with diverse backgrounds, expanding student access to an excellent and affordable education. As a public university, CSUSM grounds its mission in the public trust, alignment with regional needs, and sustained enrichment of the intellectual, civic, economic and cultural life of our region and state.
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$7,727Out of state
$19,607In state
$9,161Out of state
$18,665Type of aid | % of students receiving aid | Average amount |
---|---|---|
Federal grants | 48.0% | $5,123 |
State/local grants | 62.0% | $2,360 |
Institutional grants | 48.0% | $5,466 |
Loans | 23.0% | $5,241 |
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High school transcript
RequiredHigh school GPA
RequiredRecommendation letter
Not applicableAdmissions test
(SAT or ACT)
TOEFL
(international students)
Completion of college
prep program
Demonstration of
competencies
17,565
16,104
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