ROTC at California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA · public

Cross-town & partner options
California State University San Marcos students can also reach these branches by commuting to a partner school's unit.
Cross-enroll students take Military Science courses at University of California, San Diego.
Cross-enroll students take Military Science courses at San Diego State University.
Admissions
| Admission rate | 95% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,100–1,330 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 23–30 |
| Test policy | Considered if submitted |
Most recent College Scorecard figures. ROTC scholarship boards weigh academics separately from the school's own admission decision.
Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)
| In-state tuition | $8,082 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $20,682 |
| Average net price | $10,229 |
| Yellow Ribbon participating | NoMax contribution $0 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 55% |
ROTC scholarships at California State University San Marcos stack with most institutional aid and the GI Bill where Yellow Ribbon applies. Confirm packaging with your unit and the financial aid office.
Academic programs
California State University San Marcos enrolls 14,877 undergraduates across the catalog. ROTC cadets pursue degrees in any major; some scholarships and commissioning options carry preferred fields.
Veteran & military student support
Contact & location
- Official site
csusm.edu
- Admissions
csusm.edu
- Apply
calstate.edu
- Financial aid
csusm.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
- Veteran & military services
Campus office for GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon, and military students
Location: San Marcos, CA 92096-0001
IPEDS UNITID: 366711
Not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or any branch of the U.S. military.
