Freshman Applicants First time freshman applicants will be evaluated based on the academic information on their
application for admission. Transcripts are not required at the time of application. A final transcript including
date of graduation must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrollment.
Transfer Applicants Transfer applicants should submit transcripts immediately after submitting the application for admission.
Students who are currently enrolled on coursework at the time of application must additionally provide a final
transcript after completing all coursework.
Post-baccalaureate, Credential & Graduate Applicants Post-baccalaureate, Credential & Graduate applicants should submit transcripts immediately after submitting the
application for admission. Students who are currently enrolled in coursework at the time of application must additionally
provide a final transcript after completing all coursework.
TIMELINES
Summer 2008
All applicants for the summer 2008 semester must have all official transcripts and supporting documents
(i.e.: test scores, etc.) submitted directly from the reporting school to the Office of Admissions and be
postmarked by:
Postmarked Priority Review Date
Postbaccalaureate/Graduate
: May 1, 2008
Fall 2008
First time freshman applicants will be evaluated based on the academic information on their application for admission.
Transcripts are not required at the time of application. SAT or ACT exams must be taken by the December administration
date and scores must be received by January 31, 2008.
All other applicants for the fall 2008 semester must have all official transcripts and supporting documents
(i.e.: test scores, etc.) submitted directly from the reporting school to the Office of Admissions and be
postmarked by:
Postmarked Priority Review Date
Transfer Students
: March 1, 2008
Students Seeking a 2nd Bachelor's Degree
: March 1, 2008
Postbaccalaureate/Graduate
: August 1, 2008
Spring 2008
All applicants for the spring 2008 semester must have all official transcripts and supporting documents
(i.e.: test scores, etc.) submitted directly from the reporting school to the Office of Admissions and be
postmarked by:
Postmarked Priority Review Date
Transfer Students
: October 1, 2007
Students Seeking a 2nd Bachelor's Degree
: October 1, 2007
Postbaccalaureate/Graduate
: December 1, 2007
What Makes A Transcript Official?
Transcripts must be mailed from the reporting institution directly to Cal State San Marcos or hand-carried in a sealed
envelope to be considered official. A transcript is considered unofficial if it is opened at any time by the student or
indicates “unofficial” on the document.
Where Should I Mail My Transcripts?
Official transcripts must be mailed to:
Cal State San Marcos
Office of Admissions
333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096-0001
