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Once You're Accepted

You Did It!

Congratulations, and welcome to the Cal Poly family.

You have been selected to join some of the best and brightest students in California and around the world. We're so happy you are #CalPolyBound.

Your Next Steps

Now that you’ve been admitted, your next steps will vary depending on whether you are a first-year, transfer or graduate student — but each pathway includes important actions to complete your enrollment and set you up for success. 

The checklists below are designed to guide you through each stage, helping you manage everything you need to do and avoid missing critical requirements. Follow your list to move forward with confidence — arriving this fall prepared, informed and ready to begin your Cal Poly journey!

 

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visit Our campuses 

There are many ways to visit our campuses and experience Cal Poly for yourself. For those who can't physically come to campus, we also have many virtual options available. 

Visit Cal Poly

Visit Cal Poly Maritime Academy

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Download and celebrate!

Feel like shouting your excitement to the world? We can help with that! We've created yard signs, banners, pennants, social media posts and more for you to download and celebrate joining the Mustang family.

Browse the Graphics

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Join us For Open House

Open House is an annual event showcasing the best we have to offer. It is the perfect opportunity to tour campus, see Learn by Doing in action and meet your future classmates.

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Open House

April 9-11, 2026

Learn more about Open House

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Cal Poly Maritime Academy

Open House

Held Winter 2026

Visit Cal Poly Maritime Academy

dig a Little deeper

Cultural Resources

We are building a campus community where all are welcomed, valued and given the resources to thrive academically, socially and personally. 

Access Cultural Resources

Financial Aid

Our Financial Aid office can help you calculate your costs and secure resources, such as grants, scholarships and loans to fund your education.

Visit Financial Aid

Health, Wellbeing and Safety

A variety of campus resources will provide the support you need to stay in good physical and mental health throughout the academic year.

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Housing and Dining

From residence halls to apartments to a brand-new dining complex, you’ll find more than just a place to live — you’ll become part of an active community.

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Cal Poly Maritime Academy

Orientation

Our nationally acclaimed orientation programs will help you transition into Cal Poly life and make connections that last a lifetime.

Cal Poly Orientation

other ways to connect

Have more questions? Looking for more clarification on your next steps in regards to admissions or financial aid? Wanting a way to keep up to date on all things Cal Poly? Here are some additional ways for you to virtually connect. 

keep it social

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Admissions Instagram

Follow @calpolyadmissions on Instagram for stories about our students and alumni, insider tips, campus favorites, updates and more. 

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Admissions YouTube

We’re building out our YouTube channel to help you navigate and learn more about Cal Poly.

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Other Social Media

Find and connect with the Cal Poly community, including colleges, programs and departments on their official social media accounts.