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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
18,647
Total Undergrads
Including 2,785 Part-time
2,019
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 95 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
44% Women
56% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division II (without football)

California Collegiate Athletic Assoc

  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

4
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $71,972)
4
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $66,179)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 45 38 - -
Baseball 33 - - -
Basketball 14 11 - Yes
Soccer 27 26 - Yes
Volleyball - 16 - Yes
Cycling - - Yes -
Equestrian - - Yes -
Flag Football - - - Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - Yes -
Lacrosse - - Yes -
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes -
Skiing - - Yes -
Wrestling - - Yes -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.3%
Asian/Pacific Islander 25.4%
Black/non-Hispanic 3.5%
Hispanic 30.6%
Non-resident alien 5.3%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 9.8%
Two or more races 0.0%
White/non-Hispanic 25.1%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Remedial services for students with learning disabilities
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Daycare on campus for children of students
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, maximum 19 meals per week.

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Pep Band
  • Symphony Orchestra
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
  • Musical Theater
  • Opera
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Student Newspaper
  • Yearbook
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
Other
  • International Student Organization
  • Model United Nations
  • Student Government
  • Campus Ministries

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 1
Drug Law Violation 2
Liquor Law Violation 1
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 3
Property Crime 35
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Kaitlin from Merced, CA
  • 4
  • “the dorms are really fun, especially if you are a more outgoing person. the dorms are pretty old and outdated though. most people living in the dorms are friendly, and…”

  • Mar-11-2012 » Read More
  • Alena from Claremont, CA
  • 3
  • “Though the dorms are small, not quality, and overpriced, they are worth to live in because you get the dorm experience and do not have to commute.…”

  • Sep-10-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 4
  • Antin from San Dimas, CA
  • Apr-22-2013 I am a current student here

    foods offered is Carls Jr., Subway, KiKKA , Panda Express, Taco Bell. We offer a place called The Commons which is our school buffet. Then there is a restaurant that's pricey but good. (over looks the university)

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  • 3
  • Melissa.
  • Mar-31-2013 I am a current student here

    Once again, i do not dorm but during orientation i got the chance to try Cal Poly's food and dining and it was clean with lots of variety!

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  • 5
  • Alexandra from Torrance, CA
  • Mar-10-2013 I am a current student here

    There are so many places to eat on campus including Panda Express, Qdoba, a sushi/teriyaki place, Subway, Carls Jr, Starbucks, etc. Plus there are minimarts called PonyExpress found throughout campus the provide essentials such as snack and energy drinks. Off campus food is also close by, and there are quite a few good places nearby.

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  • 4
  • Elma from Pasadena, CA
  • Mar-08-2013 I am a current student here

    The Los Olivos commons here at Cal Poly provides us a wide variety of foods so that you can choose whatever you feel like that day to eat. The variations in meals provides a fulfilling experience to last throughout the day and very tasty as well.

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Alexandra from Torrance, CA
  • Mar-10-2013 I am a current student here

    The Greek life on campus is becoming more and more active, with more and more people joining the fraternities and sororities. I have been to many parties, and they always keep everyone entertained while ensuring safety with hired security staff.

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  • 0
  • KT
  • Jan-14-2013 I am a current student here

    Greek Life is do-able for some people, and not for others. It is truly up to your own preference. However, do keep in mind that you might have to be somewhat strong-minded as people do tend to look at your letters with disgust. Don't let this turn you away completely though as there are plenty of activities and get-togethers that you'll love to do with your sisters or brothers. Additionally, Cal Poly Pomona has a strict no-hazing policy; it is easier for the sororities or fraternities to get caught for hazing since there are only a few of them.

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  • 0
  • Ruby from Los Angeles, CA
  • Jan-11-2013 I am a current student here

    I am personally not apart of any sorority but I have roommates that are. They seem to enjoy it and it is a way to be involved on campus , besides it looks good on a resume.

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  • 0
  • Alicia from Lancaster, CA
  • Dec-13-2012 I am a current student here

    I am personally in a sorority and i find it to be a fantastic experience and i suggest rushing to every incoming student even if it is simply to make friends and not for the intent to join an organization.

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  • 0
  • Saehyun from Chino, CA
  • Nov-20-2012 I am researching this school and have visited the campus

    There are many sororities to choose from. The groups called Greek Life do anything within the campus, whether it is managing parties to having individual group activities. Many people who like to hang around those that are similar to themselves would enjoy being part of Greek Life.

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  • 0
  • AJ from West Covina, CA
  • Oct-21-2012 I am a current student here

    Since it's a dry campus, greek life is in full effect. Greek life is very involved and something is always going down-either party/event wise or community service wise. The Greeks party hard and work hard.

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