California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
About
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is a public polytechnic research university in Pomona, California, United States. It is the largest of the three polytechnic universities in the California State University system by enrollment.
Admissions funnel
How selective is this institution, and how many admitted students choose to enroll?
Outcomes & equity
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Pell equity
Non-Pell students graduate at a 6.0-point higher rate than Pell recipients.
What families actually pay
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Academic programs
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Top program families by completions
Enrollment & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Gender split
Race / ethnicity composition
Faculty
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
CSPU vs IPEDS peer group
The peer institutions CSPU selected for federal comparison reporting.
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectCalifornia State Polytechnic University-Pomona | 68% | 75.2% | 27,636 | $11,580 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
California State University-Chico | 63% | 92.7% | 15,257 | $14,838 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
East Carolina University | 63% | 89.2% | 26,940 | $16,514 | R2 Research |
Florida Atlantic University | 63% | 66.1% | 31,607 | $8,001 | R2 Research |
Georgia Southern University | 55% | 87.9% | 27,423 | $16,531 | R2 Research |
Kennesaw State University | 52% | 69.2% | 47,764 | $16,972 | R2 Research |
Middle Tennessee State University | 54% | 69.1% | 20,488 | $12,599 | R2 Research |
Northern Arizona University | 61% | 89.6% | 28,467 | $14,922 | R2 Research |
San Francisco State University | 50% | 96.4% | 22,563 | $12,882 | R2 Research |
San Jose State University | 69% | 84.6% | 37,661 | $13,741 | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
The University of Texas at Arlington | 54% | 79.9% | 44,956 | $15,235 | R1 Research |
The University of Texas at San Antonio | 53% | 86.8% | 35,770 | $11,234 | R1 Research |
University of Nevada-Las Vegas | 51% | 96.2% | 32,911 | $10,011 | R1 Research |
University of New Mexico-Main Campus | 54% | 95.2% | 23,124 | $17,478 | R1 Research |
University of North Carolina at Charlotte | 69% | 79.6% | 31,091 | $14,745 | R2 Research |
Western Michigan University | 58% | 84.6% | 16,744 | $18,701 | R2 Research |
| Peer group median | 56% | 85.7% | 28,052 | $14,792 |
Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
Institutional Research, Planning, and Analytics (IRPA) supports data-informed decision-making to help Cal Poly Pomona fulfill its commitment to student access and achievement. We support continuous improvement by seeking innovative ways to make data accessible, intelligible, and actionable.
Visit IR office page- Jeanette Baez, Ed.D.Assistant Vice President
- Akira Kanatsu, Ph.D.Director of Analytics for Student Success & Equity
- Raymond CanlasSenior Institutional Research Analyst
- Kevin Davis, M.P.A.Data Scientist
- Tasanee Thienpothong, M.S.Institutional Research Analyst
Common Data Set (8)
The institution's official annual Common Data Set publications — the most detailed reference for enrollment, admissions, and outcomes.
Documents & reports (3)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- GlossaryGlossary of TermsThe California State Polytechnic University-Pomona's glossary of terms provides definitions and explanations of various financial and budgetary terms used within the university's financial system. The glossary covers terms related to accounting codes, budgeting processes, university funds, expenses, and various financial operations and reports, essential for understanding financial management within the institution. This comprehensive list aids in the financial and administrative operations of the university.cpp.edu
- Strategic plan2017-2025 Strategic Plan2017Cal Poly Pomona's 2017-2025 Strategic Plan is dedicated to delivering an education model that fosters creativity, discovery, and innovation by embracing inclusivity and addressing global challenges. The institution aims to be a leader in polytechnic education by promoting experiential learning and community engagement. Through this vision, Cal Poly Pomona seeks to transform lives while ensuring academic excellence and social responsibility.cpp.edu
Notable alumni (23)
A curated list of alumni recognized for notable achievements across industries.
- Virginia Hamilton AdairLiterature
- Beny AlagemBusiness
- Ronald BurkleBusiness
- Jack DangermondGeography
- Jerry DyerPolitics
- Paul CaligiuriSports
- Sara CarterJournalism
- Hilda SolisPolitics
- Kim RhodeSports
- James T. Butts Jr.Politics
- Richard PomboPolitics
- Larry WilmoreEntertainment
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