California State University-San Marcos admissions

San Marcos, CA

California State University-San Marcos acceptance rate

95.1%

18,755 of 19,721 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).

Less selective. With a rate like this, California State University-San Marcos is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.

Key numbers

Yield: 14% of admitted students enrolled (2,624 of 18,755).

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Common questions about California State University-San Marcos

What is the acceptance rate at California State University-San Marcos?

California State University-San Marcos admitted 95.1% of applicants (18,755 of 19,721) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.

How many admitted students enroll at California State University-San Marcos?

2,624 of the 18,755 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 14%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.

How do you compare at California State University-San Marcos?

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