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California State University San Marcos is a public university in San Marcos, California. It was founded in 1989 as the 21st campus in the 23-campus California State University system. CSUSM offers 43 bachelor's degrees, 23 master's degrees, an Ed.D. program, and 13 teaching credentials. More than 16,000 students currently attend classes at the 304-acre campus which is located in the foothills of northern San Diego County just a short distance from Southern California’s best beaches and museums, and the nightlife of downtown San Diego.
Majors in Demand:​
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Business Administration
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Psychology
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Liberal Studies (Pre-Education)
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Human Development
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Communication/Media Studies
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Criminology and Justice Studies
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Biology
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Sociology
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Arts, Media and Design
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Biotechnology
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Computer Science
Rankings
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CSUSM is in the top 10% of regional universities according to U.S. News and World Report
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In its “Safest Schools” report, stateuniversity.com recognized CSUSM as the safest four-year university in California
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Top 50 among regional universities.
Location
Suburban setting in San Marcos, California
Enrollment
13,962
Acceptance Rate
79%
Personal Statement
Required
Application Method(s)
CGPA
2.0
SAT / ACT
Not Required
English Proficiency
61
with writing score no lower than 19 and no section score below 14
TOEFL iBT
5.5
with writing score no lower than 5.5 and no section score below 5.0
Fees
$30,366
Deadlines
November 1
Total
Spring
$17,216 / $13,150
Tuition / Living
May 1
Fall
IELTS
110
DET
Scholarship
Representative
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updated: April 2022