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California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

Pomona, California Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#1793
Nationally
#216
In California
74%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$5,742
In-State Tuition
per year
67%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
24,455
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1793 nationally
#216 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes67
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity12
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth83

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is a public four-year university located in Pomona, California. With 24,455 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 74%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $5,742 per year ($17,622 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 67%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate74%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
45,775
Applied
33,737
Admitted
4,311
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$5,742/yr
In-State Fees$1,697/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$17,622/yr
Room & Board$17,325/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$24,764/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$36,644/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$5,742↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate67%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
24,455
Total Undergrads
44% F / 56% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 13%
Hispanic 54%
Black 2%
Asian 22%
Two or more 4%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($5,742/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Room and board costs ($17,325/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationPomona, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#216
in California out of 7+ colleges
#1793
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.