California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 90% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 9,236 applications received in 2023, 8,302 students were offered admission.
If you are thinking about applying to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, the regular decision application deadline is April 30 and the fee for the application costs $70.
Here's an overiew of some of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt's admissions stats.
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 5% |
Mean SAT Score | 1147 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 19.15% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 2.71% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Regular Decision | Yes | 4 30 | – |
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.
Wondering what factors are considered by California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Geographical Residence | Important |
State Residency | Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Considered |
Make sure to check with California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt for more information on admission factors.
To apply to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Transcript(S) of College Record | – | – | – | – |
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | – | – | – | – |
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.0 | – | – | |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Students admitted to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
Out of all students that were admitted, 67% submitted a class rank. At California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt 5% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31% were in the top 25% and 71% were in the top 50%.
At California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 17.35% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 16.82% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 15.35% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 18.61% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 14.93% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 13.88% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 2.94% |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 19.15% of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2.71% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt applicants, you should strive to earn between 8 and 1258 (or higher!) on the SAT. At California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1258 and 25% of scored lower than 8, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt student is 1147.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt students scored 612 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.
To be most competitive at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27.75 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 27.75 means you fall in the 75th percentile for California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27.75, and three out of four students scored lower than 27.75 on the ACT.
A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is November 30.
Transfer students can enroll in California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt?
❌ Students who are admitted to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.
Does California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt accept transfer credits?
✅ California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations
Does California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt?
❌ No, California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to include your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.
What is California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt is 90%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt?
❌ California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Cal Poly Humboldt? Cal Poly Humboldt is a somewhat selective institution. The Cal Poly Humboldt acceptance rate is 90%. This means that the institution accepts 89 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Cal Poly Humboldt is Apr 30.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Cal Poly Humboldt is Nov 30.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1258 and Above
8 to 1258
8 and Less
The median SAT score for Cal Poly Humboldt students is 1147. Applicants with SAT scores of 1258 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Cal Poly Humboldt, while applicants with SAT scores between 8 to 1258 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 8 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Cal Poly Humboldt.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Cal Poly Humboldt, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.47. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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