Why Cal Poly?
Cal Poly's academic reputation and unbeatable location attracts students from around the globe. Learn by Doing allows you to dive in to your studies and learn with your head and your hands while San Luis Obispo is the perfect place to experience everything California has to offer.
Once You're Accepted
Congratulations and welcome to the Cal Poly family! We have put together resources to help guide you through the steps you need to take in order to join us on campus in the fall.
Events For You
We've developed some virtual events so we can meet you, help you understand our admissions process and answer any questions you may have about Cal Poly. Watch this space for in-person events to return when it's safe for you, your family and our staff to get together.
Virtual Reception for Accepted Students
Friday, April 3
More information coming soon
College Fairs
All in-person events are on hold.
Reach Out
Contact your regional representative for information or to set up a chat.
Michial Foy
[email protected]
(805) 788-8520
Closer Than You Think
The best way to see if Cal Poly is right for you is to come see us on campus. Sign up for a campus tour and check out the Central Coast while you are here.
Explore Cal Poly Virtually
In response to COVID-19, all tours have been suspended through the end of our spring quarter. Since exploring campus isn't currently possible in-person, we have created a number of way for you to virtually explore Cal Poly.
Visit Campus
Get all the details you can about visiting our area, then read up on our student-led campus tours, college and housing tours as well as staff-led information sessions.
Plan Your Trip
The SLO County Airport provides easy access to Illinois. Our Parent and Family Programs Office can help plan your trip.
San Luis Obispo Area
San Luis Obispo is a classic college town full of restaurants, shops, culture and nightlife surrounded by the natural beauty of California's Central Coast.
A HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Local Connections is a program that connects our out-of-state students with families in the area so they can build a local support system. It's an opportunity to feel some of the benefits of home as well as meet and connect with other out-of-state students.
Stay connected
Michial Foy is Cal Poly's regional representative in Illinois. He is available to help you understand Cal Poly's admission process and to answer your questions.
Michial Foy
[email protected]
(805) 788-8520
