Dec 03, 2024  
2023-2024 Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Accreditation


Cal State San Marcos is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). WASC is the official accrediting body for institutions of higher learning in the West. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges may be reached at:

985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100,
Alameda, CA 94501
Phone: (510) 748-9001
Fax: (510) 748-9797
E-mail: wascsr@wascsenior.org
Web site: www.wscuc.org

Changes of Rules and Policies

Although every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information in this catalog, students and others who use this catalog should note that laws, rules, and policies change from time to time and that these changes may alter the information contained in this publication. Changes may come in the form of statutes enacted by the Legislature or rules and policies adopted by the Board of Trustees of the California State University, by the Chancellor or designee of the California State University, or by the President or designee of the university. It is not possible in a publication of this size to include all of the rules, policies, and other information that pertain to students, the institution, and the California State University. More current or complete information may be obtained from the appropriate department, school, or administrative office.

Nothing in this catalog shall be construed as, operate as, or have the effect of an abridgment or a limitation of any rights, powers, or privileges of the Board of Trustees of the California State University, the Chancellor of the California State University, or the President of the university. The Trustees, the Chancellor, and the President are authorized by law to adopt, amend, or repeal rules and policies that apply to students. This catalog does not constitute a contract or the terms and conditions of a contract between the student and the university or the California State University system. The relationship of students to the university and the California State University system is one governed by statute, rules, and policy adopted by the Legislature, the Trustees, the Chancellor, the Presidents and their duly authorized designees.

Catalog in Alternate Format

This catalog can be made available in alternate format upon request. Please contact the Office of Disability Support Services for further information at (760) 750-4905 or TDD (760) 750-4909.

Credits

This catalog is prepared by the Office of Academic Programs.

Catalog and Curriculum Coordinator:
Gayle Feallock

Catalog Updates

Because this catalog was published in the Spring of 2023, students are encouraged to consult with advisors.

Campus Image and Student/Visitor Awareness Notice

Students attending California State University San Marcos may be filmed, videotaped, or photographed by university employees or contract service personnel. The resulting images may be used in printed or electronic form in publications or promotional materials produced for the campus or for the California State University system. Students grant permission for use of their image for noncommercial purposes by California State University San Marcos and the California State University system.