by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual set out to determine if Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo is ranked #1,038 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo provides the kind of quality education we anticipated when compared to other colleges at the same price point. Based on this information we believe it is priced fairly for the type of education provided.
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
The average Cal Poly San Luis Obispo student's degree will cost an estimated $164,132. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $37,050 and a typical 4.43 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $37,050 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.43 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $164,132 |
Consider the average Cal Poly San Luis Obispo student takes 4.43 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Cal Poly San Luis Obispo degree may cost less than average.
The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $180,022 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $164,132 | #1,038 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $150,040 | #819 | B- |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $127,774 | # | F |
| All Students | $111,884 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $97,792 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.
About 64% of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Cal Poly San Luis Obispo financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by calculating average Cal Poly San Luis Obispo cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a 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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