Compare the Value of an Education from California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo

Is Cal Poly San Luis Obispo a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the educational value of an education from California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo below.

The Importance of Educational Value

Use the value of an education from California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within California, California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo is Considered a High Quality College at a Great Price.

California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a great value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo in the #11 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, Good Price for a Great College.

California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo provides a high quality education at an overall net price that is lower than other nationwide colleges and universities delivering a comparable education. This results in a good value for the educational dollar, and earns Cal Poly San Luis Obispo a #256 ranking on the Overall Best Colleges for the Money list.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$110,189 - Cedarville University $132,440 - Stony Brook University
	Good	$140,233 - Siena College $140,008 - California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo $150,631 - Rhodes College $153,547 - Washington College
Average	Fair	$165,659 - University of California - Riverside $171,774 - Marist College
	Low	$194,359 - Saint Marys College of California $195,344 - Emerson College
Overpriced	Poor

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend $140,008 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo will cost you about $140,008. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,440 per year and an average of 4.6 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$30,440
Average Years to Graduate	4.6
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$140,008

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. However, to get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$154,023	510	A+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$140,008	873	B+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$120,654	748	A-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$116,889	14	A
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$102,874	27	A-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$83,520	29	A-

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.

What is Value? We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value. Read the full methodology article for more.

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Compare the Value of an Education from California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo

Is Cal Poly San Luis Obispo a Good Educational Value for the Money?

The Importance of Educational Value

Within California, California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo is Considered a High Quality College at a Great Price.

Nationally, Good Price for a Great College.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend $140,008 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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