California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is a public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, with an enrollment of approximately 21,996 students. The university has a selective acceptance rate of 31.3% and maintains strong student retention, with 95.6% of first-year students returning for their second year. Its 86.4% graduation rate reflects a solid record of students completing their programs.

In-state tuition is $13,596 per year, with out-of-state tuition at $34,665, and the average net price after financial aid comes to $16,665. Graduates show strong earning potential, with median earnings of $90,768 ten years after enrollment. For career-focused students, the university offers programs in Biomedical Engineering and Environmental Engineering, fields well-suited to those seeking technical, hands-on careers in growing industries.