What is SI?
Summer Institute is an academic orientation program held annually for newly admitted freshmen. SI will help you make a successful transition from high school to college.
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Courses
Summer institute offers three classes: Psychology 201, Psychology Discussion Group, and an English course. These courses have been proven to provide incoming freshman with the most important and relevant topics.
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Special Events
Summer Institute offers many activities including two banquets, a trip to the local Farmer's Market to taste what San Luis Obispo has to offer, a hike to the Poly "P", and a BBQ to close out the program.
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Costs
Total costs come out to just under $3,400 with EOP students who have filled out their FAFSA receiving full assistance to cover the fees. Financial Aid is available to students.
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Student Comments
"Coming from a small high school in northern California, I was really uneasy attending a major university like Cal Poly. SI provided a smooth transition between these two worlds...."
—Rodolfo Chacon
What is SI?
Summer Institute (SI) is an academic orientation program held annually for newly admitted freshmen.
Courses
Participants of SI take courses to help acclimate them to college coursework. These courses are Psychology 201, a psychology discussion group, and an English class.
Special Events
In addition to classes, Summer Institute participants have several special events like two banquets, a hike to the Poly "P", and going to Farmer's Market to look forward to.
Summer Institute
- What is SI?
- Courses
- Special Events
- Costs/Payments
- SI Student Comments
- Housing Information
- - SI Housing Checklist
- - SI Housing FAQ (PDF)
- - General Housing FAQ
- - Apply for Fall Housing
- Testing Information
- - ELM Test
- - EPT Test
- - CSU Test Info
- - Register to take the ELM/EPT at Cal Poly
