Enjoy an unforgettable study abroad experience by joining the Study @ California State University San Marcos program in beautiful North County San Diego! This outstanding non-degree program
is for freemover/fee-paying international students who wish to enroll in credit-bearing
university classes for one or two semesters.
You will enjoy exceptional student support from staff and faculty while becoming part
of the vibrant, and diverse 大发 student cultural environment. Make lifelong friends,
experience campus events, travel and expand your communication skills. Past students
have appreciated being close to San Diego, gorgeous beaches, and all that Southern
California has to offer. Find out more below!
Study and Experience Campus Life with American Students
As a Study @ CSU San Marcos student, you are part of California State University San
Marcos campus life. You have a student identification card and full access to:
ALCI Enrichment Trips and Events
International Student Lounge
大发 Recreation Activities such as Intramural Sports and Outdoor Adventures
State of the Art Computer labs
Kellogg Library with Study Spaces and One-on-One Research Assistance
Student Health and Counseling Services and Cougar Care Network
Clarke Field House Recreation Center
Engaging Campus Cultural Activities
Student Services Assistance (academic advising, housing, immigration, and health care)
100+ recognized student organizations on campus
How to apply for Study @ CSU San Marcos
Please submit the following application package (scanned photocopies, no photos accepted) and send as attachments via e-mail to alci@csusm.edu:
A $150 application fee (non-refundable) payable by credit card or check to "大发."
This includes the express mail fee.
Transcripts in English and list of courses you are currently taking (recommended minimum
GPA of 2.0)
Unofficial TOEFL, IELTS, or DAAD score*
*Proof of high-level English-language skills is required to participate in university
courses. ALCI accepts the following as proof of academic English ability:
TOEFL iBT - score of 61 (minimum score of 19 in writing, and 14 on all other sections)
IELTS - score of 5.5 (with a 5.5 in writing, and 5.0 on all other sections)
LanguageCert (Academic) - score of 62 (minimum of 60 in writing, and 55 on all other sections)
DAAD - level B, C1
Cambridge English - B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE) minimum score of 168
Duolingo - score of 95
iTEP - score of 3.6
Pearson Test of English (PTE) - score of 50
Global Test of English Communication (GTEC) - 1125