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How much is tuition at Cal Poly?

The undergraduate 2021-2022 estimated tuition & fees for Cal Poly is $10,201 for California residents and $28,301 for out-of-state students. The 2021 undergraduate tuition has been risen by 1.29% for California residents and increased by 8.97% for out-of-state rates from the previous year.

How many people attend Cal Poly?

The university has a target enrollment of 4,493. Cal Poly offered admission to 15,041 people out of 54,060 first-time freshman applicants. That’s significantly fewer than were admitted last year, when 16,466 of 55,000 applicants were accepted for fall 2018.

How to change your major at Cal Poly?

Changing Your Major

1. Research. Students are expected to research their options and make a well-informed decision before entering into an ICMA.
2. Check Major Specific ICMA Criteria. These requirements should be satisfied while on an official ICMA. ...
3. Complete Change of Major Eligibility Inquiry Form. Log onto your Cal Poly Portal. ...
4. Check Cal Poly email for response. ...

What do you need for Cal Poly?

Program Selection

• All Cal Poly applicants must select a major. Undeclared is not an option for our campus.
• You will be evaluated against other first-year applicants applying to the same major.
• You may select an alternate major, but very few applicants are offered admissions based on their alternate major selection.

Welcome, Parents & Families

Bronco Parent and Family Engagement is thrilled you and your student have chosen, or are considering Cal Poly Pomona. We know that parents, family members, and supporters play a critical role in the success of our students.

Stay Informed

Get started with important CPP resources, including Orientation Services, the academic calendar and campus news.

Navigating CPP

Become familiar with campus policies and procedures, health and wellbeing services, Title IX, FERPA information and campus safety.

Be Engaged

Stay informed about special family events and get up-to-date information on volunteer and participation opportunities.

Subscribe to the Bronco Family Newsletter

The Bronco Parent and Family newsletter is the easiest way to stay informed about important university news, updates and ways to support your college student throughout their time at CPP. Simply fill out the sign-up form by clicking below and adding your email to officially subscribe.

Bronco Family Academy

Join live sessions to learn from current and former CPP students, staff and faculty as they share their experiences with a Polytechnic education - the cornerstone of our university.

Other Ways to Reach Us

COVID-19 Notice: Bronco Parent and Family is working remotely at this time and is not available in person. Please reach out through email or the hotline.

What to Pay

Cal Poly Charges Tuition-Registration one quarter at a time, based on enrollment. On Campus Housing and Dining charges are usually posted for the entire year.

When to Pay

Registration-Tuition Fees are posted on a quarterly basis. The system-wide "Fee Past Due Date" shows for ALL students (regardless of Financial Aid status) in the "Unpaid Charges" sub-tab of Money Matters as well as "Activity Details" in the payment portal or "Charges by Due Date" in Share My Information reports.

Financial Aid

If you are interested in using a Payment Plan for Registration-Tuition, you will need to enroll in that plan prior to the system wide due date for the quarter. More information on our Term Payment Plan page.

What is parent plus loan?

Parent PLUS Loans. Parent PLUS loans allow parents to borrow money to help pay the educational expenses of their dependent undergraduate. The maximum that a family can borrow is the total cost of attendance minus all other financial aid awarded to the student.

How many credits do you need to get a parent plus loan?

Be enrolled at least half-time (6+ credits for undergraduate or credential students and 4+ credits for graduate students).

How long does it take to pay off a parent plus loan?

Repayment begins 60 days after the loan's final disbursement. Parent PLUS Loan borrowers may choose to have repayment deferred while their student is enrolled at least half-time and for an additional six months after that student is no longer enrolled at least half-time.

Welcome to the Bronco Family

Family members and supporters play a critical role in student success at Cal Poly Pomona, and we want to make sure you have the information you need to support your student. The Bronco Family Virtual Orientation Experience provides a comprehensive introduction to CPP resources, programs and support services.

Spring 2022

Spring 2022 Orientation will be conducted virtually for the continued health and wellbeing of our Bronco Family.

Bronco Family Virtual Orientation Experience Reservations

Did you know that you can participate in a Bronco Family Virtual Orientation for no additional fee?

Financial Aid

If you are interested in using a Payment Plan for Registration-Tuition, you will need to enroll in that plan prior to the system wide due date for the quarter. More information on our Term Payment Plan page.

Pay Online

Cal Poly offers four payment options through the online payment portals

Pay By Mail

Cal Poly accepts paper checks by mail. Payments can only be credited to the Student Account when the check arrives at the Cashiers Office and can be posted. Please allow extra time for postal delivery - can be as much as 2-3 weeks.

Pay In Person

Charges on the Student Account can be paid in person at the University Cashiers Office - Room 131E in the Administration Building (Bldg 1) - during regular window hours (9am-4pm Monday thru Friday). They accept Cash or Paper Checks. The Cashiers cannot process credit or debit card payments.

Using Financial Aid

Financial Aid is managed by our Financial Aid Office. All questions about Aid prior to disbursement should be directed to them.