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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo, California · Official Website ↗

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#101
National
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#17
CA Rank
66Overall Score
30%
Accept Rate
85%
Grad Rate (6yr)
21.6K
Students
$5,742
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
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Score Breakdown
66
66/100
Composite Score
#101 nationally · #17 in CA
Student Outcomes
30%85/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%64/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%82/100

Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.

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About California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is a public four-year university located in San Luis Obispo, California. It is ranked #101 nationally and #17 in California by our composite scoring methodology. California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is a selective institution, admitting 30% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 21,559 students with a six-year graduation rate of 85%, with costs below the national average.

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Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
30%
In-State Tuition
$5,742
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,622
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
85%
Total Enrollment
21,559
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Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Exceptional graduation rate — well above national average
✓Competitive admissions signals strong academic community
✓Large campus — wide range of programs and campus life
✓In-state tuition below national average for public universities
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
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Who Is This College For?
1.Students with solid academics looking for a competitive but accessible program
2.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
3.Students who thrive in large, diverse campus environments
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Frequently Asked Questions

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo has an acceptance rate of 30%. Competitive but accessible with strong academic preparation.

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Rankings
National Rank#101
California Rank#17
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
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Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationSan Luis Obispo, CA
Enrollment21,559 students
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Affordability
In-State Tuition
$5,742/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,622/yr

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About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.