Welcome Prospective Mustangs.
The Cal State Apply has opened and the submission deadline is November 30 this year.
I am starting this class discussion if any applicants have specific questions about Cal Poly SLO and their application process.
Here are some links about SLO’s selection criteria and application resources: Selection Criteria | Cal Poly
Application Resources | Cal Poly
As part of the CSU System, Cal Poly utilizes the Cal State Apply application. We have compiled a variety of workshops, tips and guides to help guide you through the application.
Decision Timeline for 2026
2026: Wave of admits on Thursday, March 12 12 PM PST. A few admits reported March 18 and March 19, 2026. Some Maritime campus admits posted on March 19. Waitlists and Denials posted March 24, 2026.
2026 Waitlists: Admits starting April 28 through July 7.
Once you have received your decision, please post your results using the template posted below:
Decision: Accepted/Waitlisted/Denied
Major:
SLO GPA (9-11th a-g courses with an 8 semester Honors point cap for 10-11th eligible classes):
Number of UC approved Honors/AP/IB or DE courses:
EC hours and with leadership or job related:
In-State/OOS/International:
Number of years for the following courses:
English
Math
Science
Foreign Language
Social Science/History
Visual/Performing Arts
Good luck to all.