California State University-San Marcos Admissions

Cal State San Marcos is an open admission school with a 95% acceptance rate. Nearly every applicant who meets basic CSU eligibility requirements gets in. This makes CSUSM accessible to students across academic ability levels, including those who may have struggled in high school but are ready to commit to college success. The school doesn't publish specific SAT or ACT requirements, focusing instead on meeting minimum CSU standards. CSUSM particularly welcomes first-generation college students, given that 44% of students receive Pell Grants. The university seeks motivated students ready to engage with its strong programs in business, education, and health sciences while contributing to its diverse campus community in North County San Diego.