San Marcos, United States
California State University, San Marcos
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California State University, San Marcos
California State University, San Marcos is a public university in San Marcos, in northern San Diego County. Business, nursing, psychology, education and the social sciences are its largest areas of study, and it is one of the younger CSU campuses.
The hillside campus is about 30 miles north of San Diego and a short drive from the coast. It serves a largely regional student body, and international students apply through Cal State Apply.
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University at a glance
- Institution type
- Public
- City
- San Marcos
- Founded
- 1989
- Indicative tuition
- USD 17,106 to 19,770 (as of August 2025)
- Intakes
- January, September
- Tests accepted
- IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo
- Courses listed
- 115
Figures are indicative. Dates are shown where supplied. Confirm current fees, requirements and deadlines with the institution before you budget or apply.