
The Dean of Students Office serves as an advocate and a centralized resource for connecting students with appropriate services across campus and in the community.
If you or a student you know are experiencing an emergency outside of regular business hours, please call University Police at (760)750-4567, dial 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. You can also contact Student Health and Counseling Services at (760)750-4915 or the San Diego Access and Crisis Line at (888)724-7240.
These additional resources are also available:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 24/7; Dial 988
- Crisis Text Line - 24/7; Type “HOME” to 741741
- 211 San Diego – for assistance with financial, housing, and other community resources; and for locations of free COVID testing
- San Diego Food Bank - Distribution Map – list of county food banks and distributions
Ways to Virtually Connect with Us
- Email - dos@csusm.edu
- Phone - (760)750-4935
- Virtual Front Desk
- Contact a specific staff member (found in the About section (left margin), under Meet the DOS Team.)
- Follow us on Instagram
Our Programs
Resources from the Dean of Students Office
The mission of the Dean of Students Office is to advance the commitment to student learning and development of the whole student through care, advocacy, support and accountability. The Dean of Students also focuses on providing:
We strive for inclusive excellence and make every effort to ensure CSUSM students feel a strong sense of belonging and Cougar pride!
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Dean of Students Office
University Student Union (USU), Suite 3500
Email: dos@csusm.edu
Telephone: (760) 750-4935
Fax: (760) 750-3387
Mailing Address
California State University San Marcos
Dean of Students Office, USU 3500
333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Closed weekends and University holidays