California Polytechnic University, Humboldt

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.

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt's admissions stats.

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt 2023	Admissions Statistics
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

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	4 30	–

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Considering Applying Early to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt?

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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.

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Transferring to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt Look For in an Applicant?

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.

Admissions Factors at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

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
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.

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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)
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	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt?

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%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
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.

Standardized Test Scores

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.

What is a Good SAT Score for California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt?

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.

More Information on Transferring to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt

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

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California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt Admissions FAQs

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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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