Steps to Applying for Financial Aid
Don’t just dream about going to college and earning your degree. Do it. We can help.
At California State University San Marcos, we’re committed to making your education an affordable reality through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs. You’re not alone.
Consider this: last year, nearly half of our student body received financial aid, with the average amount per student being $7,407. As you can see, it really makes a difference.
| 2008 - 2009 ANNUAL COST OF ATTENDANCE-UNDERGRADUATE | ||
|
Full-time enrollment Living on/off campus |
California resident | Resident of another state |
|
Registration & fees (15 units/semester) |
$3,374 | $3,374 |
| Tuition (15 units/semester) | $0 | $10,170 |
| Books | $1,565 | $1,565 |
| Food & housing | $9,486 | $9,486 |
| Personal/miscellaneous | $2,720 | $2,720 |
| Transportation | $1,215 | $1,215 |
| Allowance for loan fee | $84 | $84 |
| TOTAL | $18,444 | $28,614 |
To see estimated costs of attendance for credential or graduate students, click here (pdf).