On-the-Spot Admissions

A student grins at the on-the-spot admission certificate being shown to her by an outreach counselor.

Bronco Student Center (BSC)

Your next step to Cal Poly Pomona is here.

Thinking about applying for Spring 2027 or Fall 2027? Want an admission review? To help us prepare for your visit, expedite your review, and avoid the lines, upload your transcript(s) when you register for Explore CPP or bring a hard copy of your unofficial transcript to the Bronco Student Center. Eligible applicants may receive a same-day admission decision!

Register for Explore CPP

Eligibility

On-the-Spot Admission at Explore CPP is available to:

  • Transfer students considering Spring 2027 or Fall 2027 admission
  • Freshmen considering Fall 2027 admission

How it Works

Ready to take the next step toward becoming a Bronco? Here’s how to participate in On-the-Spot Admissions:

  1. Register for Explore CPP.
  2. Select On-the-Spot Admission on the registration form.
  3. Upload your most recent unofficial transcript(s) by October 16.
  4. Visit the On-the-Spot Admission team in the Bronco Student Center (BSC) during Explore CPP to receive your admission decision, if eligible.

Missed the October 16 deadline to upload your transcript? No worries! Bring a printed copy of your unofficial transcript(s) to the BSC during your experience’s Early Bird hours. See the event schedule for your selected experience below. Please note that on-site printing will not be available.  

Early Bird Hours

Choose Your Experience

For the full event schedule, select your experience.

9 to 10 a.m.

Transfer Experience

Drop off your printed unofficial transcript(s) at the BSC during the Early Bird slot at 9 a.m. and return to receive your admissions decision from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Freshman Experience

Drop off your printed unofficial transcript(s) at the BSC during the Early Bird slot at 11 a.m. and return to receive your admissions decision from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.