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Cal Poly Humboldt

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt · Arcata, California · Public

93%acceptance rate
840–1120SAT middle 50%
17–26ACT middle 50%
$13,837average net price, in-state

Cal Poly Humboldt admitted 93% of 15,032 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 840–1120 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 47% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Cal Poly Humboldt doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Cal Poly Humboldt rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Course rigor
  • Test scores

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.51 GPA.

  • 4.016%
  • 3.75–3.9914%
  • 3.50–3.7417%
  • 3.25–3.4916%
  • 3.00–3.2417%
  • 2.50–2.9915%
  • 2.00–2.495%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $25,657 in-state and $37,537 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,837 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$8,090
  • $30–48k$9,623
  • $48–75k$13,095
  • $75–110k$17,692
  • $110k+$22,695

Quick answers

What is Cal Poly Humboldt’s acceptance rate?

Cal Poly Humboldt admitted 93% of applicants: 13,981 of 15,032 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Cal Poly Humboldt?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 840 to 1120, with a median around 990. A score at or above 990 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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