California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, California · Public
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo admitted 30% of 71,309 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1240–1420 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 85% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Enter a score to see whether California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (30%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
8,237 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, and 599 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Character
- Legacy
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 4.03 GPA. 46% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $32,321 in-state and $52,241 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,888 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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