California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

At a glance

Admission rate

31%

Undergraduates

21,996

Setting

Suburb: Small

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Test policy

Test blind Scores aren't considered, even if sent.

Cal Poly's application guide states the CSU system has permanently suspended the use of ACT/SAT tests in admissions; scores are used only for math and English placement if admitted. Applies to international first-year applicants via Cal State Apply as well. (Verified on the official admissions website on 2026-11-06.)

Policy source: calpoly.edu

Admissions

Accepts

Cal State Apply$70 application fee per campus unless eligible for a fee waiver.

Application fee

$70

Phone

(805) 756-1111

Admissions email

admissions@calpoly.edu

Source: School's page (calpoly.edu), checked November 6, 2026

Cost

Tuition, in-state

$15,039per year

Tuition, out-of-state

$37,005per year

Average net price

$18,832What students who get federal aid pay on average after grants and scholarships, per year.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Outcomes

Graduation rate

87%

First-year retention

96%

Median earnings 10 years after entry

$96,304

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Degrees and programs

Degree levels: bachelor, master, graduate certificate

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Data by Field of Study