Cal Poly SLO  /  Financial aid

Paying for Cal Poly SLO

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Cal Poly SLO actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Cal Poly SLO's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$10,100/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$10,900/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$19,400/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$25,500/yr after aid
$110k+$29,800/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$27,966
In-state tuition$10,116
Out-of-state tuition$22,296
Room & board$14,850
Average net price$15,800
Students on aid57%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsNo need-based aid for international students

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