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Program Dates and Costs
To better serve our students, the ALCI of CSU San Marcos is happy to use a rolling admissions process (no priority deadlines).
We recommend submitting applications as early as possible. We encourage our students and partners to keep in mind visa timelines, university class enrollment, housing, travel plans and other factors during this time.
University Access Program (UAP)
This innovative program offers qualified students a dedicated advisor and the opportunity to earn university credits towards a bachelor's degree or select master's degrees at CSU San Marcos.
| Session/Semester | Tuition & Fees Per Semester | Est. Living Expenses | Total Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 Aug 18- Dec 13 |
$8,950 | $12,752 | $21,702 |
| Spring 2026 Jan 12 - May 14 |
$8,950 | $12,752 | $21,702 |
Intensive English Pathway (IEP) and Undergraduate/Graduate Conditional Admission*
The premier Intensive English Pathway Program accepts students of all levels of English ability and offers qualified students an option to take English language courses along with university courses.
| Session/Semester | Tuition & Fees Per Semester | Est. Living Expenses | Total Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 Aug 18- Dec 13 |
$6,150 | $12,752 | $18,902 |
| Fall 2nd Entry 2025 Oct 6 - Dec 13 |
$4,500 | $6,376 | $10,876 |
| Spring 2026 Jan 12 - May 14 |
$6,150 | $12,752 | $18,902 |
| Spring 2nd Entry 2026 March 9 - May 14 |
$4,500 | $6,376 | $10,876 |
|
Summer 2026 |
$4,850 | $7,970 | $12,820 |
Costs includes tuition, mandatory student fees and recreation fees. Book fees are included. Health insurance is highly recommended and is an additional cost.
Applicants must submit a bank statement, dated within the past 6 months, showing a balance equal to or greater than the total estimated cost shown above.
*Conditional Admission tuition, fees, and estimated living expenses are different for students seeking conditional admission to CSU San Marcos. Please refer to the Tuition and Fees page under International Admissions for total estimated costs for undergraduate and graduate programs.
Study @ CSU San Marcos
Study @ CSU San Marcos is a non-degree program for visiting/fee-paying international students who want to enroll in university classes (undergraduate or graduate) for credit for one or two semesters at California State University San Marcos.
| Session/Semester | Tuition & Fees Per Semester | Est. Living Expenses | Total Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 Aug 18- Dec 13 |
$6,750* | $12,752 | $19,502 |
| Spring 2026 Jan 12 - May 14 |
$6,750* | $12,752 | $19,502 |
Study @ CSU San Marcos MBA Programs*
| Session/Semester | Tuition & Fees Per Semester | Est. Living Expenses | Total Est.Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMBA 10-units Fall 2024 | $7,600** | $12,752 | $20,352 |
| SMBA 10-units Spring 2025 | $7,600** | $12,752 | $20,352 |
*Standard tuition rate includes registration for 12 units for undergraduate programs, 9 units for graduate programs and mandatory student fees/recreation fees. Study @ CSUSM students are responsible for paying for their own course textbooks, lab fees, etc. Health insurance is highly recommended and is an additional cost.
**A student can mix graduate MBA courses with undergraduate courses for prorated costs. Please contact the ALCI for specific tuition details.
Applicants must submit a bank statement, dated within the past 6 months, showing a balance equal to or greater than the total estimated cost shown above.
Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL) Certificate
Please visit the program webpage for information about the TESL/TEFL Certificate Program: https://www.csusm.edu/global/alci/programs/tesltefl.html
Please note that tuition and fees and deadlines are subject to change without notice. All costs are in USD. For the most up-to-date information, please contact ALCI at alci@csusm.edu.