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California State University-San Marcos

San Marcos, CA • public • II | California Collegiate Athletic Association
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Acceptance
95.7%
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Grad Rate
54%
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Cost
$25,224 / $37,824

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban (Large)
Student Population
Undergrad: 15,544 • Total: 16,826
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
San Marcos, CA
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Website
www.csusm.edu
Region
Far West
Carnegie Classification
M1: Master's Colleges & Universities – Larger Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 6,462 (41.6%) • Female: 9,082 (58.4%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
95.7%
16,765 admitted from 17,519 applicants
Application deadline information not available

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
54.2%
4-Year Graduation Rate
23.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
75.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$25,224
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$37,824
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $6,084
Out-of-state: $18,684
Room & Board
$15,426
Books & Supplies
$3,714
Students Receiving Pell Grants
43%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
California Collegiate Athletic Association
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (6)
Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about California State University-San Marcos

What is California State University-San Marcos's acceptance rate?
California State University-San Marcos accepts 96% of applicants, from 17,519 applications.
How much does California State University-San Marcos cost?
Tuition and fees are $6,084 in-state and $18,684 out-of-state.
What is California State University-San Marcos's graduation rate?
54% of students graduate within six years.