
The 2008–2010 University Catalog is the definitive guide to CSU San Marcos. It contains critical information about the University, including:
- Official descriptions of every course
- Detailed graduation requirements
- A complete listing of all undergraduate and postgraduate degrees
- Detailed requirements for every major, minor, and postgraduate degree program
- Information on the University’s three colleges, school of nursing, and individual academic departments
- Academic policies
- How to become a student at CSU San Marcos (admissions and application)
- Fees and financial aid
- Services and resources to support students
Where can I purchase a copy of the catalog?
The catalog can be purchased from the University Bookstore located in the Commons Courtyard near Craven Hall. You can also shop online at www.csusmbookstore.com.
The cost of the catalog and the latest addendum is $17.00. For those who already have a catalog, an addendum can be purchased separately for $0.50.
Does content in the catalog change?
Yes. Important catalog content does sometimes change after original printing, thus requiring modifications and enhancements. These changes are typically addressed through the production of Catalog Addenda. Time-sensitive information that cannot wait for the next addendum to be printed is posted alongside the online digital version of the catalog. Please view the Catalog Updates & Policies page for more information.
Can I browse a digital version of the current catalog online?
Yes, the 2008-2010 catalog is now online:
- General Catalog 2008-2010 (PDF)
- Master of Business Administration, Effective spring 2010 (PDF, posted 1/11/10)
- M.S. in Nursing (PDF, posted 12/7/09)
- B.A. in Global Studies (PDF; posted 9/28/09)
- Fall 2009 Catalog Addendum (PDF; posted 9/2/09)
- Changes to Academic Regulations, Effective fall 2009 (PDF; posted 9/2/09)
- Fee Addendum (PDF; posted 8/19/09)
- B.S. in Business Administration, Change to the Management Option: Two tracks (PDF; posted 8/24/09)
- B.S. in Business Administration, Addition to the Global Business Management Option: New track (PDF; posted 8/24/09)
- Master of Biotechnology (PDF; posted 8/24/09)
- Spring 2009 Catalog Addendum (PDF; posted 12/22/08)
- Changes in Admission Procedure for College of Education — Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential Programs (Word document; posted 7/3/08)
What if I need a previous version of the catalog?
Previous versions of the catalog can be accessed on the Academic Programs website.


