California State University, San Marcos

In-state tuition for California State University, San Marcos is $5,742. Each state defines how students qualify for in-state tuition. For undergraduates who are claimed as dependents on their parents' taxes, where their parents live usually determines eligibility for in-state tuition.

California State University, San Marcos's current tuition and fees are $5,742 a year for in-state students and $15,246 for out-of-state students. Room and board at California State University, San Marcos is another $14,152 for students who live on campus. The amount of the average financial aid package students receive is around $10,355

California State University, San Marcos is a 4-Year college. Most students take 4 years to graduate. Four-year schools typically result in bachelor's degrees. Two-year schools typically result in associate degrees.

California State University, San Marcos is located in San Marcos, CA.

Out-of-state tuition for California State University, San Marcos is $15,246. Tuition for out-of-state students is higher at public universities, because the state government provides some funding for in-state students who attend. Private colleges usually have the same tuition for in-state and out-of-state students.

California State University, San Marcos is a Public school. Public colleges receive some government funding while private schools rely on tuition and endowment for funding. Private schools can have higher tuition, but may also offer more generous financial aid packages than public schools. Public and private schools may also vary in size, environment, and types of majors and instruction offered.