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Congratulations, and welcome to the Cal Poly family. You have been selected to join some of the best and brightest students in California and around the world. We're so happy you are #CalPolyBound. Your Next Steps Now that you’ve been admitted, your next steps will vary depending on whether you are a first-year, transfer or graduate student — but each pathway includes important actions to complete your enrollment and set you up for success. The checklists below are designed to guide you through each stage, helping you manage everything you need to do and avoid missing critical requirements. Follow your list to move forward with confidence — arriving this fall prepared, informed and ready to begin your Cal Poly journey! First-Year Student Checklist Transfer Student Checklist Graduate Student Checklist visit Our campuses There are many ways to visit our campuses and experience Cal Poly for yourself. 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