California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)

California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) The Official page of California Polytechnic State University "Learn by Doing."

Founded in 1901, California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is one of five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the U.S., with about 18,000 undergraduate and 900 graduate students. Located in San Luis Obispo, 200 miles north of Los Angeles, Cal Poly maintains a guiding philosophy of “Learn By Doing” that is reflected in the school’s comprehensive curriculum combining technical and pro

fessional training with the arts and humanities. This prepares students to become resourceful professionals and innovative leaders from the moment they step foot on campus. As one of the most selective universities in the California State University (CSU) system, Cal Poly consistently ranks “Best in the West” by U.S. News and World Report and is considered one of “The Best Colleges for Your Money” by Money Magazine.

08/21/2026

From a packed trunk to a fully set up room. Welcome home, Mustangs!
How was your move? 🐎🥹

08/20/2026

The Olympic sport of ✨Mustang Move-In✨

Mustang Move-in is officially underway! New rooms, new roommates, new adventures, and a whole lot to look forward to. 💚💛
08/19/2026

Mustang Move-in is officially underway!
New rooms, new roommates, new adventures, and a whole lot to look forward to. 💚💛

08/18/2026

One last word of advice and encouragement from your parents and supporters ☎️💛

To our newest Mustangs, this one is for you.

We're ready to welcome our Mustangs home this week 💚
08/17/2026

We're ready to welcome our Mustangs home this week 💚

To kick off World Photography Week, we’re highlighting some exceptional shots from our award-winning university photogra...
08/12/2026

To kick off World Photography Week, we’re highlighting some exceptional shots from our award-winning university photographer, Joe Johnston. 🌟

From capturing candid moments of Learn by Doing to thoughtfully composed photos, Joe has helped tell the visual story of Cal Poly since 2019.

👉 Vote for Joe in this year’s CSU Photo of the Year competition at https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/news/Pages/Photo-of-the-Year-2026.aspx 📸

For some, it's the beginning of the Cal Poly journey. For others, it's a reminder of where it all started ☀️As we get re...
08/11/2026

For some, it's the beginning of the Cal Poly journey. For others, it's a reminder of where it all started ☀️

As we get ready to welcome students back to campus, we're looking back at Move-In and WOW through the years. Here's to the traditions that connect every generation of Mustangs! Cal Poly Alumni

Photos are courtesy of University Archives Robert E. Kennedy Library, Cal Poly

📅 Fall semester is right around the corner! Mark these important dates in your calendar so you’re ready for the busy day...
08/10/2026

📅 Fall semester is right around the corner! Mark these important dates in your calendar so you’re ready for the busy days ahead.

🐎 Aug. 18–19: WOW Check-In
📦 Aug. 18–19: New Student Move-In
🏠 Aug. 21–22: Continuing Student Move-In
🎉 Aug. 24: First day of fall classes

👉 Review move-in tips and reminders at bit.ly/MustangMoveIn

08/06/2026

Lucky to call this home 🌳☀️🌊⛰️

We can’t wait to welcome our Mustangs back to the Central Coast 💚

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1 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA
93407

Telephone

+18057561111

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