Ligue al Consejero Virtual españolFreshman Selection Criteria -
Architecture, City and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture
These majors accept freshman applications for the Fall Quarter only.
Selection to all majors is competitive. Cal Poly continues to have more qualified applicants than available new student spaces. All students must declare a major when submitting their application.
Cal Poly comprehensively reviews all applications as we look for students who have strong academic records and are active in and outside the classroom. Beyond the basic qualifications for the California State University, Cal Poly does not require a minimum standardized test score, class rank, or GPA. In fact, it is impossible to predict a candidate’s chances of admission by looking at the academic record and test scores alone. That is why we consider other factors for admission and do so in an objective format.
When we review your application, we consider:
- Your program of study in secondary school/college (the major to which you are applying)
- Completion of CSU and Cal Poly program required coursework with a grade of C or better
- Academic performance in your classes (GPA)
- Standardized test scores
- Your extra-curricular activities and work experience
Coursework with a Grade of C or Better
CSU required coursework taken during 9th to 11th grades and in progress or planned during 12th grade.
Course |
CSU Semesters Required |
Cal Poly Semesters Desired |
|---|---|---|
English |
8 |
8 |
Algebra |
4 |
4 |
Geometry |
2 |
2 |
Advanced Math |
0 |
2 |
Foreign Language |
4 |
8 |
Lab Science (Must include 1 year of a Biological Science and 1 year of a Physical Science) |
4 |
8 |
Social Sciences (Must include 1 year of US History or US History and Government) |
4 |
4 |
Visual Performing Arts |
2 |
4 |
Electives |
2 |
2 |
Electives can be taken in 9-12 grades, but must fall within the following subject areas (above): Visual and Performing Arts, History, Social Science, English, Advanced Mathematics, Science and languages other than English.
Academic Performance
College prep GPA Calculated by Cal Poly for 9th -11th grade coursework designated on the application (with honors points granted for courses designated as "honors," “advanced placement" or "international baccalaureate" on a high school transcript, for up to eight semesters).
Standardized Test Scores
Only ACT or SAT I scores are used in the selection process. (more information). If you are applying for the Fall Quarter, scores from ACT or SAT tests taken after November are not guaranteed to be used in the selection process.
Work Experience/Extra-curricular Activity Participation
This information is taken only from the four questions found on the CSUMentor application.
All information is subject to change without prior notice.