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Information for potential CSUSM student-athletes

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Building on an innovative 27-year history, California State University San Marcos is a forward-focused institution, dedicated to preparing future leaders, building great communities and solving critical issues. Located on a 304-acre hillside overlooking the city of San Marcos, the University is just a short distance from some of Southern California's best beaches and an hour from the US-Mexico border. CSUSM enrollment is over 17,000 and the university is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

California State University is located in northern San Diego County and offers beautiful beaches, an hour's drive to the mountains and desert, downtown nightlife, world-class shopping, and more all within a short trip from campus!

Scroll down for some Frequently Asked Questions

Online Questionnaire
If you're interested in becoming a student-athlete at Cal State San Marcos, we would like to know about you. Please complete the recruiting questionnaire for the appropriate sport using the links below:

Baseball
Men's Basketball
Women's Basketball
Men's Cross Country/Track & Field
Women's Cross Country/Track & Field
Men's Golf
Women's Golf

Men's Soccer
Women's Soccer
Softball
Volleyball




If you would like more information about becoming a prospective student-athlete, please visit our Compliance page for information on visits, tryouts, and other resources.

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This is Cal State San Marcos
Cal State San Marcos, one of 23 in the Cal State University system, is located in San Marcos, CA, a community in northern San Diego County. CSUSM first opened its doors in 1989 to an enrollment of 250 students and has grown since. For more info about CSUSM, visit the About CSUSM page on the CSUSM Website.


What information is available online for prospective students?
The Office of Admissions has prepared information for prospective students, and it is included on the College's Website. Check out the Admissions' Office page and take a tour!


Can I apply online?
The California State University has developed a comprehensive website that can answer a majority of questions for parents, students and high school counselors. This website also provides resources for students to track their academic progress, obtain information about any of the 23 CSU campuses, including Cal State San Marcos. Students may apply using the CSUMentor website. Link to the CSUMentor website.


What academic programs are offered at Cal State San Marcos?
Cal State San Marcos has a variety of academic programs. To see academic offerings, visit the List of Academic Programs at CSUSM page on the CSUSM Website.


What is campus life like at CSUSM?
Cal State San Marcos offers its students many ways to grow culturally and socially. Programs are offered through the Associated Students, Inc. organization. Visit their website to learn more!


What is Tukwut Life?
Tukwut Life is the Cal State San Marcos student life experience - the tastes, sights, sounds, and feelings that make up life on campus. It starts with an incredible lineup of night and weekend events and creates doors of opportunity for leadership across campus. But what really defines Tukwut Life is YOU. Create memories and meaningful relationships that will last a lifetime. Find out more on their website!


What are some of the student organizations I can get involved with?
Cal State San Marcos encourages students to participate in extra-curricular organizations, academic clubs, or other groups. Most organizations are open to all students; some are for students majoring in a specific discipline. These organizations afford many opportunities to grow academically, socially and personally. To find out more, visit the Student Organizations at Cal State San Marcos page on the CSUSM Website.


Is there financial aid available?
Cal State San Marcos has financial aid resources available. To find out more, visit the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office's page on the CSUSM Website. Another possibility to help cover expenses is after-school work with local employers. Some 70 percent of our students work more than 20 hours per week.