California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo's Value

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

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

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

California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo's overall average net price combined with a very 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 #9 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, This School is an Excellent Value

California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo's emphasis on high quality education, combined with its overall low net price, delivers students a great value for the money. This earned Cal Poly San Luis Obispo a #234 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list, when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide.

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	$120,386 - Gustavus Adolphus College $138,573 - St Olaf College $144,956 - California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
	Good	$155,375 - University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus $156,977 - Clarkson University $159,203 - Rutgers University - New Brunswick $164,368 - Macalester College
Average	Fair	$170,273 - Clemson University $176,387 - Smith College $186,675 - Michigan State University
	Low	$202,078 - Texas Christian University
Overpriced	Poor

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $144,956 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo will cost you about $144,956. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $32,482 per year and an average of 4.5 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$32,482
Average Years to Graduate	4.5
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$144,956

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'. 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	$159,419	619	A+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$144,956	1,068	A-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$132,130	1,060	A-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$121,176	14	A+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$106,712	31	A
Only Students Receiving Aid	$93,886	33	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.

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California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo's Value

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

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

Nationally, This School is an Excellent Value

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $144,956 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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