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California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is a public university in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States, outside of the city limits of San Luis Obispo. Founded in 1901, it is the oldest of three polytechnic universities within the California State University system. Cal Poly emphasizes a "learn by doing" philosophy, integrating hands-on, practical experiences into its curriculum. As of fall 2025, Cal Poly had approximately 22,000 undergraduate and 900 graduate students.
In-state cost$13,596
Out-of-state$34,665
International$32,265
Acceptance rate31%
Enrollment21,996
Fields of study
Agriculture & EnvironmentArchitectureVisual & Performing ArtsBiology & BiomedicalBusinessCommunications & MediaComputer ScienceEducationEngineeringHealth & NursingHumanities & LanguagesPsychologySciences (Physics, Chem, Math)Social SciencesSports Science & Kinesiology
Athletic programs
Swimming · MenNCAA D1
Basketball · WomenNCAA D1
Coaches
Kim Foster Carlson
Interim Co-Head Coach
Traci Granger
Interim Co-Head Coach
Laurel Abernethy
Head Diving Coach
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