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San Luis Obispo, California, United States

4.3

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Overview

4.3
out of 5

Overall Score

85.7%

of those seeking jobs were employed in their area of study within 6 months of graduation.

36.4%

say the majority of the classes record their attendance.

85.2%

say they always feel safe on Campus

Academic Staff

5 Stars 61.1%

4 Stars 36.1%

3 Stars 2.8%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Campus Facilities

5 Stars 30.6%

4 Stars 50%

3 Stars 13.9%

2 Stars 2.8%

1 Star 2.8%

Area of Study

5 Stars 69.4%

4 Stars 19.4%

3 Stars 11.1%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 0%

Administrative Staff

5 Stars 40%

4 Stars 40%

3 Stars 13.3%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 6.7%

Sports Facilities

5 Stars 53.3%

4 Stars 20%

3 Stars 23.3%

2 Stars 3.3%

1 Star 0%

Social Scene

5 Stars 46.9%

4 Stars 40.6%

3 Stars 9.4%

2 Stars 3.1%

1 Star 0%

Reviews

 
Jenna
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2022 

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

 " Cal Poly is a fast paced college and business students are especially competitive. It can be a hard adjustment to make as a transfer student. The costs of living in the area are quite high but the surrounding city is nice. "
					
	31 Dec 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 Aug, 2023 

		Specific Area of StudyMarketing

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Overall, Cal Poly is a good university in a great area. The campus has a relaxed atmosphere and the surrounding area is beautiful. I have had a positive experience with my classes so far and feel that the school offers good opportunities for students. "
					
	23 Jun 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Communication & Media
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2021 

		Campus AttendedSan Luis Obispo

		Specific Area of StudyCommunication Studies

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?Yes

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?No

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great location, most everyone you meet will want to be your friend. The campus is pretty, and the faculty, at least the ones in my area of study, seemed to be educated and enthusiastic about you being there. I would recommend others going here. "
					
	8 May 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Engineering & Technology
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Male 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2022 

		Specific Area of StudyMechanical Engineering

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

 " Good school, but has a problem with finding affordable housing. In my experience, professors are knowledgeable and capable, most professors are very nice and willing to create connections with students. "
					
	21 Apr 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Other
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional

		Campus AttendedSouth Campus

		Specific Area of StudyPsychology

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great university, full of fantastic teachers and people. No masters program on offer for my degree, so I am looking to transfer to pursue my masters elsewhere, but a fantastic school regardless! The financial aid available really helps temper the cost of admission by a fair margin, and the best part is there is no essay required, simply an in person interview to get into the school through admissions. "
					
	4 Apr 2025 

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