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Why Cal Poly?

San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Pismo Beach

Bishop's Peak

Cal Poly hosts an outstanding MPP faculty, extensive library, computer resources, and nurturing academic environment, each of which contribute to making Cal Poly an excellent choice for study. The MPP program offers students opportunities to foster close working relationships with faculty. Cal Poly is affiliated with the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management, an academic support organization for public policy study.

Cal Poly is well known for its academic rigor and 'learn-by-doing' philosophy. It is a comprehensive university situated midway between the urban areas of Los Angeles and San Francisco, within the beautiful coastal town of San Luis Obispo. Outside of the classroom, there are numerous opportunities for outdoor activities; students can shop and stroll in downtown San Luis Obispo, surf at nearby Pismo Beach, or hike up Bishop's Peak!

Below are just a few of the great things about San Luis Obispo

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Graduate School of Public Policy
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
Phone: 805/756-2984
Last Updated: March 2008
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