Admission Information
Credential Program Application Deadlines (all teaching credential types):
Spring- Priority admission window: September 1—September 30; Guaranteed decision by November 1 with complete application
- Regular admission window: October 1—October 31; Guaranteed decision by December 1 with complete application
Summer
- Open date is November 1 and close date February 1.
- Summer 2027 applicants are last applicants to submit both a Cal State Apply and supplemntal Program application.
Fall
- Priority admission window: February 1—February 28; Guaranteed decision by April 1 with complete application
- Regular admission window: March 1—March 31; Guaranteed decision May 1 with complete application
Note: Fall 2027 applicants and beyond only need to submit a Cal State apply application.
Post-baccalaureate applicants must apply to Cal Poly Pomona as a graduate student through Cal State Apply.
All applicants must also submit the program application and be prepared to upload the following items.
See more information on the various credential pathways
Credential Program Information Sessions
This session is great for students interested in exploring the pathway to teaching and the credential programs CPP has to offer. This session will cover details about each of our teaching credential programs, added authorizations and admissions requirements.
Application Overview Sessions
This session is great for students ready to apply to the credential program. This session will take a look at admissions requirements, applying for a certificate of clearance, and tips for completing the Cal State Apply Application.
Credential Program Application Videos
Subject Matter Competency Evaluation Form
If You Are Interested in the Combined Master's and Credential Program:
CPP teacher credential students may begin taking master’s courses upon acceptance to the credential program. Teacher credential candidates may transfer up to three post-baccalaureate teacher credential (EDU) courses towards the master’s degree. The posting of the master’s degree is contingent upon the recommendation/posting of the teaching credential. View more information for this combined master's and credential option.