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Tuition

California State University-San Marcos Tuition

San Marcos, California

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Tuition & Cost

In-state residents of California pay an annual price of $25,316 to attend California State University-San Marcos on a full time basis, while out-of-state residents are charged a total cost of $37,196.

The following chart gives you an overview of costs that includes your tuition, required fees and other student necessities. The estimation assumes a 2% annual increase over the next 4 years.

Bachelor's In State

$25,316

Master's In State

$26,750

Bachelor's Out of State

$37,196

Master's Out of State

$36,254

Cost Breakdown
In State
 Out Of State
Sticker Price
$25,316
$37,196
Tuition
$7,653
$19,533
Room & Board
$13,227
$13,227
Books & Supplies
$1,854
$1,854
Other Expenses
$2,582
$2,582
Grants
-$9,168
-$9,168
Scholarships
-$15,363
-$15,363
Annual Cost to You
$785
$12,665
Projected 4 Year Cost
$3,140
$50,660

Financial Aid

$11,052

Avg. Financial Aid Package

$11,111

Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package

$4,111

Avg. Loan Aid

$3,251

Avg. Grant Aid

$9,495

Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded

Percentage of students with need who receive financial aid

Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met

Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met