How do I contact Cal Poly admissions?
Give the Admissions Office a call at (805) 756-2311 and we can help.
How do I send my transcripts to Cal Poly?
Cal Poly will accept transcripts received via Parchment. If your school is registered with Parchment, please select Cal Poly San Luis Obispo as your institution and your transcripts will be sent directly to us.
What is the average GPA for Cal Poly?
4
Average GPA: 4 The average GPA at Cal Poly is 4. This makes Cal Poly Extremely Competitive for GPAs. With a GPA of 4, Cal Poly requires you to be at the top of your class. You’ll need nearly straight A’s in all your classes to compete with other applicants.
Does Cal Poly send acceptance letters?
Applicants are notified of a formal decision by April 1.
How do I check my application status for Cal Poly SLO?
Applicants will be notified of admission status by April 1 on the MyCalPoly portal and via email. Your MyCalPoly portal is the first place to see your decision.
What is Cal Poly zip code?
93410
It is imperative that all incoming residence hall/apartment mail and packages have the correct zip code of 93410.
Does Cal Poly SLO require official transcripts?
Cal Poly will need one official copy of your final high school transcript. All transcripts must be official, meaning they are certified, sealed and posted by the issuing institution. You will need to submit a transcript from every institution you have attended, even if you withdrew before completing a term.
Do you send transcripts to Cal Poly SLO?
When to Submit Transcripts Transcripts must be sent directly from your former institution. Once selected, Cal Poly will also need your final transcripts that includes your graduation date as soon as possible in order to certify your enrollment and allow you to register for classes.
Can I get into Cal Poly with a 3.9 GPA?
Is your high school GPA good enough for Cal Poly? The average high school GPA for admitted students at Cal Poly is 4.0 on a 4.0 scale. This is a very competitive GPA, and Cal Poly is clearly accepting students at the top of their high school class.
Can I get into Cal Poly with a 3.3 GPA?
Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Cal Poly will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits….Typical High School Grades.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 20% | Avg – |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 10% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 4% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 1% | Reach |
Are Cal Poly SLO decisions out?
Admission Notification All applicants will be notified of their admission status by April 1.
What is my Cal Poly ID number?
Your Empl ID is your student ID number that will be issued to you automatically after you register. You may get your Empl ID from “My Cal Poly Portal”.
What is the minimum GPA required for admission Cal Poly?
A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 in the last 90 quarter units (60 semester units) of coursework. Note that this is higher than the campus minimum GPA of 2.5, but is the same as other engineering programs at Cal Poly. On occasion, where other credentials are exceptionally strong, a GPA in the 2.5-3.0 range may be accepted.
What are the admission requirements for Cal Poly?
California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo typically requires applicants to be in the top 15 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1270 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach.
What is the acceptance rate at Cal Poly?
If you want to get in, the first thing to look at is the acceptance rate. This tells you how competitive the school is and how serious their requirements are. The acceptance rate at Cal Poly is 34.6%.
Does Cal Poly have a pre-med program?
Please note: Cal Poly Pomona does not offer any Medical program. The program is listed here merely for the purpose of providing general information in regards to this program to interested CPP students. CPP students interested in pre-medicine should aim to meet the following minimum requirements for admission to most medical schools.