California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Highest Degree Offered
Master's Degree
Tuition per Year (out of state)
$28,105
Surrounding Environment
Suburb: Small
Description:
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, founded in 1901, is a public university. Programs are offered through the Schools of Agriculture, Architecture and Environmental Design, Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, and Science and Mathematics. Its 6,000-acre campus is located in San Luis Obispo, midway between Los Angeles and San Fransico.
1 Grand Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
General Info:
805.756.1111
Website:
calpoly.edu/
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Admissions
Application Fee: $70
Requirements:
- Secondary school GPA
- Secondary school record
- Completion of college-prepatory program
Admission:
Total Men WomenNumber of Applicants 54,570 27,380 27,190Applicants Admitted 18,008 7,693 10,315Admitted Students Enrolled Full Time 4,859 2,408 2,451Part Time 25 9 16
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Year: 2021-2022
Average Tuition & Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduates
Tuition & Fees In-State $10,195Out-Of-State $28,105Books & Supplies $909On-Campus Room & Board $16,332Other Expenses $2,244Off-Campus Room & Board $16,332Other Expenses $2,244Off-Campus With Family Other Expenses $2,244
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Programs
Select a major from the list below to view possible careers that the major would prepare you for. Please note that this list only contains careers that have been specifically reported for these majors, and may not include an exhaustive list.
Majors | Degree Type |
---|---|
Accounting. | MD/DO |
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General. | MD/DO |
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Business and Management, General. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Communication/Journalism. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Engineering. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Mechanization, General. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Teacher Education. | MD/DO |
Agriculture, General. | MD/DO |
Agronomy and Crop Science. | MD/DO |
Animal Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology. | MD/DO |
Architectural Engineering. | MD/DO |
Architecture. | MD/DO |
Art/Art Studies, General. | MD/DO |
Biochemistry. | MD/DO |
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. | MD/DO |
Biology/Biological Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Business Administration and Management, General. | MD/DO |
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other. | MD/DO |
Chemistry, General. | MD/DO |
City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning. | MD/DO |
Civil Engineering, General. | MD/DO |
Civil Engineering, Other. | MD/DO |
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | MD/DO |
Computer Engineering, General. | MD/DO |
Computer Science. | MD/DO |
Computer Software Engineering. | MD/DO |
Construction Engineering. | MD/DO |
Construction Management, General. | MD/DO |
Curriculum and Instruction. | MD/DO |
Dairy Science. | MD/DO |
Dietetics/Dietitian. | MD/DO |
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General. | MD/DO |
Early Childhood Education and Teaching. | MD/DO |
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. | MD/DO |
Economics, General. | MD/DO |
Education, General. | MD/DO |
Educational Leadership and Administration, General. | MD/DO |
Electrical and Electronics Engineering. | MD/DO |
Engineering Science. | MD/DO |
Engineering, General. | MD/DO |
Engineering, Other. | MD/DO |
Engineering/Industrial Management. | MD/DO |
English Language and Literature, General. | MD/DO |
Environmental Science. | MD/DO |
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | MD/DO |
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy, Other. | MD/DO |
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other. | MD/DO |
Fine/Studio Arts, General. | MD/DO |
Fire Protection, Other. | MD/DO |
Fire Services Administration. | MD/DO |
Food Science. | MD/DO |
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General. | MD/DO |
Forestry, General. | MD/DO |
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other. | MD/DO |
Graphic Communications, General. | MD/DO |
History, General. | MD/DO |
Horticultural Science. | MD/DO |
Human Development and Family Studies, General. | MD/DO |
Industrial Engineering. | MD/DO |
Industrial Technology/Technician. | MD/DO |
Journalism. | MD/DO |
Landscape Architecture. | MD/DO |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other. | MD/DO |
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. | MD/DO |
Management Science. | MD/DO |
Manufacturing Engineering. | MD/DO |
Marine Sciences. | MD/DO |
Materials Engineering. | MD/DO |
Mathematics, General. | MD/DO |
Mechanical Engineering. | MD/DO |
Microbiology, General. | MD/DO |
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | MD/DO |
Music, General. | MD/DO |
Natural Resources/Conservation, General. | MD/DO |
Nutrition Sciences. | MD/DO |
Ornamental Horticulture. | MD/DO |
Packaging Science. | MD/DO |
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | MD/DO |
Philosophy. | MD/DO |
Physics, General. | MD/DO |
Political Science and Government, General. | MD/DO |
Polymer Chemistry. | MD/DO |
Psychology, General. | MD/DO |
Public Administration. | MD/DO |
Public Health, General. | MD/DO |
Public Policy Analysis, General. | MD/DO |
Rhetoric and Composition. | MD/DO |
Social Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Social Sciences, Other. | MD/DO |
Sociology, General. | MD/DO |
Soil Science and Agronomy, General. | MD/DO |
Spanish Language and Literature. | MD/DO |
Special Education and Teaching, General. | MD/DO |
Speech Communication and Rhetoric. | MD/DO |
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General. | MD/DO |
Statistics, General. | MD/DO |
Taxation. | MD/DO |
Viticulture and Enology. | MD/DO |
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Financial Aid
Aid Type | # Receiving | % Receiving | Average Amt |
---|---|---|---|
Federal Grants | 648 | 14% | $ 5,593 |
State/Local Grants | 1,285 | 27% | $ 2,709 |
Institutional Grants | 2,085 | 44% | $ 4,068 |
Loans To Students | 1,181 | 25% | $ 6,032 |
Percent of In-State, full-time, first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 78%
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Enrollment
Fall 2021
Undergraduate: | 21,128 |
Graduate: | 1,103 |
School Total: | 22,231 |
By Gender | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
Men | 10,825 / 51% | 556 / 50% |
Women | 10,303 / 49% | 547 / 50% |
By Race | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
International | 453 / 2% | 61 / 6% |
African-American | 146 / 1% | 14 / 1% |
Native American | 26 / 0% | 1 / 0% |
Asian | 2,890 / 14% | 106 / 10% |
Hispanic | 4,100 / 19% | 203 / 18% |
Caucasian | 11,185 / 53% | 596 / 54% |
Other | 679 / 3% | 58 / 5% |
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Student Services
Services Offered:
- Remedial services
- Academic/Career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-Campus day care for children
Special Learning Opportunities Offered:
- Distance Learning Opportunities (Undergraduate & Graduate)
- ROTC
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification
Library:
- Physical Facilities
- Organized collection of printed materials
- Access to digital/electronic resources
- Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials
- Established library hours
- Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions
ROTC Options:
- Army
Teacher Certification Details:
- Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Athletics
Athletic Association: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
NCAA or NAIA Membership:
Football: Big Sky Conference Basketball: Contact School Baseball: Contact School Cross Country/Track: Contact School
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