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Best Colleges in San Marcos, California
Top colleges in San Marcos ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $52,604
Top Colleges in San Marcos
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California State University-San Marcos #593 national | $62,908 |
| 2 | Palomar College #896 national | $42,300 |
| 3 | University of Saint Katherine | N/A |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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