Important Deadlines

All transcripts, financial statements, and test scores must be received by the CSUSM International Admissions Office by the deadlines listed below. Evaluations and admissions decisions are made on a continuing basis upon receipt of all application forms and records.

Contact Us: +1 (760) 750-4844 or iapply@csusm.edu

Application Deadlines
Application Timeline and Deadlines	Spring 2024 (Classes start January 22)	Fall 2024 (Classes start August 26)
Out-of-Country Applicants	Admission Deadlines	Admission Deadlines
In-Country Applicants (already in the U.S.)	Admission Deadlines	Admission Deadlines
Initial Document Deadline In-progress or final academic records are required for an admissions decision to be made. Copies of all documents are acceptable at this time. I-20 will not be issued until receipt of official transcripts & test scores.	Within two weeks of application for early decision Or, by graduate program deadline Admission Deadlines	Within two weeks of application for early decision Or, by graduate program deadline Admission Deadlines
Final Document Deadline Final academic records with all term grades and proof of graduation are required. If you are graduating after the deadline date stated, please let the International Admission Office know.	January 15	July 15

Important Reminder

If you are planning to live on campus, you must first be admitted to CSUSM and apply for on-campus housing early.

Application Questions

Please contact Colleen Manthey, Assistant Director ~ International Admissions, at iapply@csusm.edu.

Contact Information:

Office Location: Extended Learning Building (across from the Quad), 5th Floor #588, 288 Campus Way,
San Marcos, CA 92078

Mailing Address: California State University San Marcos - International Admissions, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos, CA 92096-0001 USA

Phone: (760) 750-4844
Fax: (760) 750-3138
Email: iapply@csusm.edu