Campus Vibe
Known for business — excellent value
California State University-San Marcos is a public institution in San Marcos with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A large campus of 14.2K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,908 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,550.
News & Alerts
California State University-San Marcos Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$10,550
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
7000.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
100
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (84)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Rankings
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Cougars
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment