School Summary

California State University - San Marcos


General Information:

Founded in 1990, California State University - San Marcos is seated on 304 acres located in San Diego county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 24:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 261. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road

San Marcos, CA
92096-0001
For more information call: 760 750-4000. This school has a website at https://www.csusm.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://www2.calstate.edu/apply


Application Deadline: January
Application Fee: $70
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $6,084.00 $16,164.00
Room and Board $14,152.00 $14,152.00
Fees $1,998.00 $1,998.00
Total $22,234.00 $32,314.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.csusm.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Lower competition - Most freshmen were not in the top 50 % of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or below 19 on ACT; up to 95% of applicants accepted (not 100%).

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 3% 0%
600-699 18% 0%
500-599 34% 0%
400-499 35% 0%
300-399 10% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 4%
24-29 39%
18-23 27%
12-17 30%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A



Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Cross-country running

Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Volleyball, Weight lifting

Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming and diving, Volleyball, Weight lifting


Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 5,829
Female 8,052
Total 13,921


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 6,236
Female 9,153
Total 15,430

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 9%
African American 4%
Hispanic 51%
Native American 0%
White 25%
Other 10%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 83%
At Least 25 Years Old 17%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 98%
Out Of State 2%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 14%
Live Off Campus 86%


Festival 78, STEM Saturday, Student Organization Fair

Minecraft Club, Pre-Health Society, Psychology Student Organization, Social Justice Club, Anime and Gaming Club


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 31.0501                                           Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
  • 19.0701                                           Human Development and Family Studies, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 26.0901                                           Physiology, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 50.0101                                           Visual and Performing Arts, General
  • 03.0103                                           Environmental Studies
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 30.2001                                           International/Globalization Studies
  • 23.1401                                           General Literature
  • 09.0102                                           Mass Communication/Media Studies
  • 26.1201                                           Biotechnology
  • 09.0100                                           Communication, General
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 45.0101                                           Social Sciences, General
  • 05.0202                                           American Indian/Native American Studies
  • 05.0207                                           Women's Studies
  • 05.0200                                           Ethnic Studies
  • 26.0202                                           Biochemistry
  • 26.1301                                           Ecology
  • 26.0401                                           Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 45.0401                                           Criminology
  • 45.0201                                           Anthropology, General
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 45.0901                                           International Relations and Affairs
  • 45.0701                                           Geography
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 14.0101                                           Engineering, General
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 14.1001                                           Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • 14.0903                                           Computer Software Engineering
  • 51.0203                                           Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
  • 52.1101                                           International Business/Trade/Commerce
  • 11.0301                                           Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
  • 50.1001                                           Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, General
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 05.0299                                           Ethnic, Cultural Minority, sex, and Group Studies, Other
  • 43.0299                                           Fire Protection, Other
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • 40.0899                                           Physics, Other
  • 19.0000                                           Work and Family Studies

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