California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Pomona, California · Public
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona admitted 74% of 48,258 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 67% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Enter a score to see whether California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (74%) 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 State Polytechnic University-Pomona doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
1,152 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 596 took it, and 58 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How California State Polytechnic University-Pomona rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Activities
- First generation
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Legacy
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.70 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $28,805 in-state and $40,685 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,898 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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