Cal Poly Student Outcomes
- 8/10 Overall Rating
- 4 Year
- San Luis Obispo, CA
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4.7 3 reviews
Graduation Rate
Graduation Rate
Percent of students graduating within 150% of normal completion time
75% vs. 41.9% national medianBachelor's degree within 6 years
75% vs. 58% national medianA college's graduation rate is a strong indication of its effectiveness and your potential to find success at a school. These statistics measure the percentage of first-time, full-time students who earned a bachelor degree within four, five or six years from California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo. For comparison, approximately 58% of starting students nationally earn a bachelor's degree within six years. California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo is more effective than average at successfully graduating students.
Post Graduation Earnings
Post Graduation Earnings
Average Salary After 10 Years
$69,400 vs. $34,300 national median10 years after enrolling, the average income of former California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo students who are working and no longer in school is $69,400, which is 102% higher than the national median.
Data sources, U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury
Student Loan Debt
Student Loan Debt Upon Graduation
Median Student Loan Debt for Graduates
$18,666Percent of students receiving Federal Loans
33%Student Loan Repayment
Median Loan Payment
$193 per monthPercent of students actively repaying their loans
85% vs. 47% national averageIf you are having trouble affording your Cal Poly student loan debt, explore your options.
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110422.
Earnings data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury.
Last updated: August 2026