cal poly slo parent payment portal

Can a parent get information about a student's Cal Poly account?

However, please keep in mind that Cal Poly cannot provide any person, including a parent, specific student account information until the student in question has given us written permission to do so.

How do I pay my Cal Poly tuition fees?

They will NOT include it with your payment. Instead, you may eMail the form to the University Cashiers Office at universitycashier@calpoly.edu Charges on the Student Account can be paid in person at the University Cashiers Office - Room 131E in the Administration Building (Bldg 1) - during regular window hours (9am-4pm Monday thru Friday).

Where can I find the 1098-T form for Cal Poly SLO?

Click here: SLO Days Money Matters Presentation to get a pdf copy of that presentation. 1098-T forms for 2020 were issued for Cal Poly students. The student is able to view/print the form by logging into his/her Poly Portal (my.calpoly.edu) and selecting the Money Matters tab.

Does Cal Poly offer a term payment plan?

More information on our Term Payment Plan page. Cal Poly offers four payment options through the online payment portals Pay by eCheck is like writing a paper check but without mailing expense and time. There is NO SERVICE CHARGE for this transaction.

Financial Aid

If you are interested in using a Payment Plan for Registration-Tuition, you will need to enroll in that plan prior to the system wide due date for the quarter. More information on our Term Payment Plan page.

Pay Online

Cal Poly offers four payment options through the online payment portals

Pay By Mail

Cal Poly accepts paper checks by mail. Payments can only be credited to the Student Account when the check arrives at the Cashiers Office and can be posted. Please allow extra time for postal delivery - can be as much as 2-3 weeks.

Pay In Person

Charges on the Student Account can be paid in person at the University Cashiers Office - Room 131E in the Administration Building (Bldg 1) - during regular window hours (9am-4pm Monday thru Friday). They accept Cash or Paper Checks. The Cashiers cannot process credit or debit card payments.

Using Financial Aid

Financial Aid is managed by our Financial Aid Office. All questions about Aid prior to disbursement should be directed to them.

What happens if a credit check is not approved?

If the credit check is not approved, the parent will be asked to indicate one of the following: They are going to pursue the loan by obtaining an endorser (co-signer). The parent will work directly with the origination center and Cal Poly will be notified once the loan is approved.

What is parent plus loan?

Parent PLUS Loans. Parent PLUS loans allow parents to borrow money to help pay the educational expenses of their dependent undergraduate. The maximum that a family can borrow is the total cost of attendance minus all other financial aid awarded to the student.

How many credits do you need to get a parent plus loan?

Be enrolled at least half-time (6+ credits for undergraduate or credential students and 4+ credits for graduate students).

How long does it take to pay off a parent plus loan?

Repayment begins 60 days after the loan's final disbursement. Parent PLUS Loan borrowers may choose to have repayment deferred while their student is enrolled at least half-time and for an additional six months after that student is no longer enrolled at least half-time.

What is the interest rate for a mortgage loan in 2021?

For loans received between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021, the interest rate is 5.3%.

What to Pay

Cal Poly Charges Tuition-Registration one quarter at a time, based on enrollment. On Campus Housing and Dining charges are usually posted for the entire year.

When to Pay

Registration-Tuition Fees are posted on a quarterly basis. The system-wide "Fee Past Due Date" shows for ALL students (regardless of Financial Aid status) in the "Unpaid Charges" sub-tab of Money Matters as well as "Activity Details" in the payment portal or "Charges by Due Date" in Share My Information reports.

Financial Aid

If you are interested in using a Payment Plan for Registration-Tuition, you will need to enroll in that plan prior to the system wide due date for the quarter. More information on our Term Payment Plan page.

Announcements

Student Accounts did a SLO Days Orientation program about Money Matters for Mustang Supporters. The slide deck from that presentation inlcuded a punch list of focus points for the summer as well as several tips on how to make paying for a Cal Poly education as simple and stress-free as possible.

Message from Our Team

Summer break is in sight as we are gearing up to celebrate the Class of 2020! As soon-to-be graduates finish their last quarter this June, we trust that they will stay connected and continue to hone the Learn by Doing attitude Cal Poly has instilled in them.

COVID-19 Updates

Cal Poly is actively monitoring the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). We are proactively engaged in pandemic planning with our public health partners, including the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department and the CDC. The university is following the guidance of the CDC and our local health officials.

Spring Commencement 2020 Updates

Planning a virtual commencement celebration? Stay tuned for an important email from Cal Poly on Friday, June 12, for a special pre-recorded tribute to graduates featuring campus leaders and special guests. You won’t want to miss this! More details coming soon.

University Housing Move Out Information for Former Residents

Former residents that left items in their room due to COVID-19 can now schedule a move-out appointment to retrieve their items. Please encourage your student to utilize their Housing Portal to select from scheduled move-out arrival and departure times over a period of weeks.

Campus Health and Wellbeing Group Therapy Offered Virtually

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, in order to maximize student access, all group therapy for Spring 2020 will be offered in virtual formats. Group Therapy is when a group of no more than 8-10 students meet with 1-2 therapists for 60-90 minutes.

TRIO Achievers Accepting Student Applications

TRIO Achievers program, also known as Student Support Services (SSS), is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and has been a part of Cal Poly services to students since 1984. We aid at least 258 active students every year. Students who participate in the program come from every academic department and major on campus.