California State Polytechnic University (Cal Poly) is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the U.S. for its undergraduate programs. According to the 2023 U.S. News & World Report, Cal Poly ranks #2 in the West for regional universities and #1 for public schools in the same category. It is also recognized for engineering, business, and computer science programs.
Globally, Cal Poly does not feature prominently in international rankings like QS or Times Higher Education, as these often prioritize research output over undergraduate teaching, which is Cal Poly’s focus.
