Established in 1901, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of San Luis Obispo (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), California.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 119 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 20-30% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 