California State University San Marcos

About the university

California State University San Marcos (CSUSM), established in 1989, is a non-profit public institution located in San Marcos, California, with a branch campus in Temecula. Accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, CSUSM enrolls between 15,000-19,999 students and offers bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees in various fields. The university has a selective admission policy with an acceptance rate ranging from 90-99%, categorizing it as a least selective institution. International students are encouraged to apply for enrollment. CSUSM provides academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid, scholarships, study abroad programs, online courses, distance learning opportunities, and administrative support.