PublicSuburbanCalifornia State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Pomona, California 91768
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is a public institution in Pomona with particular strength in business and engineering.
A large campus of 24.3K undergraduates with a 23:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
67% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $71,902 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,580.
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History & Fun Facts
- •The horticulture program was moved to the new satellite campus and the two units operated as one institution spanning two locations under the leadership of president Julian McPhee.
- •During World War II most of the student body was called to active military duty; enrollment declined and the campus closed in 1943.
- •Reopening after the war, Cal Poly-Voorhis Unit operated in San Dimas until 1956 when it moved to Will Keith Kellogg’s former horse ranch in the neighboring city of Pomona, California.
- •Also in 1957, Cal Poly Kellogg-Voorhis introduced the College of Engineering, the second academic unit after the College of Agriculture.
- •President McPhee retired in 1966, and Cal Poly split into two different and independent universities.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
75.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
1.0%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,437
Programs (92)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
88%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
171
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment