Become by Doing

What are your dreams of success?

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Cal Poly Pomona is the #1 polytechnic university for diversity and economic mobility, where we help anyone who dreams of success achieve it. Here, our students don’t just learn by doing. They become by doing. That’s why Cal Poly Pomona is where careers begin, mentorship thrives, and leaders learn to lead.

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#1 Polytechnic University for Diversity

The Wall Street Journal, 2025; CollegeNET, 2024; Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2024

#2 Top Public College in the West

U.S. News & World Report, 2026

#21 Best Colleges in America

The Wall Street Journal, 2025

Why Choose CPP?

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Alumna Anais Hernandez in the university library smiling while sitting at a table.

Professor Dewald lectures on the first day of fall semester.

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Our Philosophy

Learn by Doing

At Cal Poly Pomona, learning is so much more than classrooms and lectures. Here you dive in and apply your classroom learnings in active, hands-on experiences that address real-life challenges.

This is the CPP Polytechnic Experience (PolyX).

Consider it your professional onboarding for career success.

Learn About PolyX

Research and Innovation

$7.5M to Launch National Smart Manufacturing Research Center

The new Center for Research Advancement in Smart Manufacturing is helping prepare engineers and scientists to design smarter, more sustainable and globally competitive manufacturing systems.

Congresswoman Norma Torres attend AI conference ribbon cutting

Avanade Partnership to Drive Innovation and Student Success

A transformative partnership with Avanade is advancing AI innovation, fostering community engagement, and preparing students for successful careers in STEM and business.

Venus’ Cloud Aerosols Contain Reservoirs of Water and Iron

A new analysis of Venus’ clouds has found evidence for substantial water and iron. The study was led by Rakesh Mogul, a professor in the Chemistry and Biochemistry department.

Biotechnology major Marissa Postlewaite at work in Dr. Junjun Liu's lab

Undergraduate Research Propels Scientific Careers

At CPP, undergraduate research is a hands-on, career-shaping experience that turns classroom knowledge into real-world skills and lays a foundation for future careers.

The 2024 Academic Innovation Summer Conference on the Future of Work

Summer Conference Helps Reimagine Education with AI

Faculty and staff explored how artificial intelligence can reshape higher education and the future of work.

From Wild Parrots to Career Paths

Biology Professor Janel Ortiz leads Womxn in the Wild, exploring local wildlife, natural resources and agriculture.

CPP and Our Community

Economic Impact

See our impact on the Los Angeles region.

Sunday Horse Show rider and Arabian Horse

W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center

Learn about our award-winning Arabian horse breeding and public Sunday Shows.

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Athletics

Come cheer on our champion Division II Broncos.

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Pumpkin Festival

Get tickets early to enjoy our popular fall festival.

Student places roses on the float during Deco Week.

Rose Float

Look for our student-built Rose Float in the annual Rose Parade.

Farm Store

Shop for student-grown produce, plants, specialty items and more.

Community Innovation Hub

Find training, equipment and workspace to support your entrepreneurial and small business needs.

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The Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch

Dine at our award-winning, student-run restaurant.

Impact of Giving to CPP

Collins College Receives $3M Gift for Planned Shupnick Innovation Center

The new center will include an interdisciplinary incubation hub, flexible learning and collaboration spaces, and a state-of-the-art test kitchen.

Abdel Nouh talks with a Student from Victor Valley Community College as part of National Transfer Student Week

$600,000 Grant for Transfer Success Initiative

A grant from Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is strengthening the transfer process and helping students thrive on their path to a four-year degree and long-term success.

College of Engineering Celebrates New Vy and Timothy Li Automation Lab

The new lab features an advanced Intelitek Smart Factory system, providing an immersive, industry-relevant experience in smart manufacturing technologies.