California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Cal Poly
San Luis Obispo, California 93407
Campus Vibe
Top graduate earnings — known for engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is a public institution in San Luis Obispo with particular strength in engineering and business.
A large campus of 21.5K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
85% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $90,768 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,624.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$15,624
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
76.5%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,396
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
153
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (128)
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Race & Ethnicity
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
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Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average