Pearson Professional Center
San Marcos, CA
This test center is located at 570 Rancheros Dr Unit 110, San Marcos, CA 92069. The center is operated by Pearson VUE, the testing company that delivers the GMAT and other professional exams on behalf of the organizations that publish them. It offers NCLEX-RN and GMAT.
How to book an exam here
NCLEX-RN
Published by NCSBNSchedule through your nursing regulatory body, which directs you to the Pearson VUE portal to pick a center and date.
GMAT
Published by GMACRegister through your account at mba.com, then choose this test center during scheduling.
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Address
570 Rancheros Dr, Unit 110
San Marcos, CA 92069
Phone
(760) 891-0450Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–12 AM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–12 AM |
| Friday | 6 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–12 AM |
What happens on test day
- 1
Bring one government-issued ID with your signature. The name on the ID must exactly match the name you registered with.
- 2
Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before your appointment. Late arrivals can be refused and forfeit the exam fee.
- 3
At check-in you have your photo taken and a palm-vein scan recorded, then you are walked to your workstation.
- 4
Everything you carry goes into a locker: phone, watch, bag, notes, and food all stay out of the testing room.
- 5
Breaks depend on the exam you are taking; some allow none, some allow scheduled breaks, and the clock keeps running.
Know before you go
Area
Pearson Professional Center sits in the North City area of San Marcos.
Parking
There is ample parking available at the test center, which is conveniently located off the freeway.
Arrival tips
Arrive early, as the doors may require a code for entry, which is not provided in advance. The test center is easily accessible with doors open for easy access to the test facility.
Building security
The building has secure doors that require a code for entry, which might not be provided in advance.
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Last edited September 2026
Information compiled from public sources. Availability and hours may change without notice. Check with the venue for the latest details.