California Polytechnic State University Campus Map (2025-2024)
Welcome to the California Polytechnic State University Campus Map. This guide helps orient visitors and students to the main academic core, located south of Poly Canyon Village and east of the Sports Complex.
Key routes provide access to academic halls, the Leaning Pine Arboretum, and residential zones along major campus roads.
California Polytechnic State University Campus Map 2025
This map displays the primary layout of the Cal Poly campus in San Luis Obispo. Use it to navigate between academic buildings, residential communities like Cerro Vista, and athletic facilities.
Printable California Polytechnic State University Campus Map PDF 2025
Download this printable PDF version of the 2025 campus map. It provides a static, high-resolution copy for offline use or for planning your visit.
California Polytechnic State University Campus Guide
This guide provides context for the 2025 campus maps. It details the spatial relationships between key buildings, campus zones, and primary access routes.
Campus Layout & Landmarks
The Cal Poly campus is organized with a dense academic core. Major landmarks include the Sports Complex and Spanos Stadium on the western side and the Leaning Pine Arboretum to the north. University Square serves as a central hub near the southern entrance.
Walking Routes & Accessibility
Pedestrian paths connect the main academic quad with residential areas and athletic facilities. The map highlights primary walkways and service roads. Blue Emergency Phones are located along major routes for safety.
Parking & Entrances
Visitor parking is available in designated lots, as shown on the 2025 Parking Map. The primary campus entrance provides direct access from Highway 101. Additional entrances are available along the campus perimeter, leading to specific residential or athletic zones.
Transit & Getting Here
Cal Poly is accessible via the Cal Poly Exit from US Highway 101 in San Luis Obispo. Internal campus roads connect all major facilities. The map also indicates bus stop locations for regional and campus transit systems.
Dorms & Student Housing
On-campus housing is concentrated in several large communities. These include Poly Canyon Village located in the northern part of campus and Cerro Vista apartments, situated east of the main academic core. These communities are connected by campus roads and walking paths.
Dining & Student Life
Student life facilities and dining options are located throughout the campus. University Square, near the southern entrance, offers services and food. The main academic core and residential communities like Poly Canyon Village also feature dining halls and cafés.
Older California Polytechnic State University Campus Maps
This archive provides access to previous versions of the California Polytechnic State University Campus Map. These older maps are useful for historical reference and tracking campus development.
California Polytechnic State University Campus Map 2024
FAQ
Is Cal Poly SLO a top 50 school?
Cal Poly SLO is not ranked in the national top 50 overall, but it consistently ranks among the top public regional universities in the West. It is often rated #1 in the West for public master’s-level institutions by U.S. News & World Report.
Is Cal Poly SLO a beautiful campus?
Cal Poly SLO is widely regarded as a beautiful campus. It sits on over 9,000 acres in San Luis Obispo, surrounded by hills and natural landscapes. The campus features modern facilities, scenic trails, and a mild coastal climate, making it visually appealing and comfortable year-round.
Why is Cal Poly SLO so expensive?
Cal Poly SLO is considered expensive due to high demand, limited enrollment capacity, and its status as a top-ranked public university. Costs are driven by campus upgrades, strong academic programs, and California’s tuition structure, which adds mandatory fees and living expenses for all students.
Is it harder to get into UCLA or Cal Poly?
It is harder to get into UCLA than Cal Poly. UCLA has an acceptance rate of around 9%, while Cal Poly San Luis Obispo admits about 30% of applicants. UCLA’s competitive admissions reflect its status as a top-tier research university with higher academic benchmarks.
