California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo—commonly known as Cal Poly SLO—is a public polytechnic university founded in 1901 and located on California’s Central Coast. Renowned for its "Learn by Doing" philosophy, Cal Poly SLO integrates hands-on experiences into its curriculum across six colleges, including Engineering, Architecture, Business, and Agriculture. The university enrolls approximately 22,000 students and consistently ranks among the top public master's-level institutions in the Western United States. Cal Poly SLO's expansive 9,178-acre campus offers a blend of academic rigor and practical application, preparing students to make immediate impacts in their chosen fields.
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Resources
Major Requirements for Cal Poly SLO
- Enter Santa Monica College as Home School
- Enter Cal Poly San Luis Obispo as Transfer School
- Click View Agreements Button
- Next Window Select Major to View Major Prep. Requirements
Caution: Some CSU campuses have impacted majors which require you to complete specific coursework, submit your application during the priority filing period, and have a higher GPA to get admitted.