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Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend Cal Poly.
See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at Cal Poly. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.
Learn about costs to attend Cal Poly and how much financial aid is typically awarded.
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Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at Cal Poly.
Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at Cal Poly – inside and outside the classroom.
See which majors are most popular at Cal Poly and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.
Discover how many students who start at Cal Poly finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.
Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at Cal Poly.
| Total Students | 18,762 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Undergraduate Students | 17,725 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 7,904 | 45% |
| Men | 9,821 | 55% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 73 | <1% |
| Asian | 1,915 | 11% |
| African American / Black | 137 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2,305 | 13% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 44 | <1% |
| White | 11,130 | 63% |
| Two or More Races | 857 | 5% |
| International | 226 | 1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 1,038 | 6% |
| Where do Cal Poly undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| California | 92% |
| Other US States & Territories | 7% |
| Other Countries | 1% |
| How old are Cal Poly undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 20 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 3% |