Open University
Take a University Class Without Being Admitted
Open University at Cal Poly Pomona allows individuals who are not currently admitted to the university to enroll in regular university courses. You might join for personal growth, to explore a subject that interests you, to complete a prerequisite for a future degree, or to improve your GPA for readmission to the university. Open University provides a flexible pathway to experience university-level learning while working toward academic or career goals.
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Undergraduate & Graduate Level Classes Offered
Open University classes can be taken at both the undergraduate and graduate levels with all required approvals. Students may transfer in a maximum of 24 undergraduate units and 9 graduate units to a Cal Poly Pomona degree.
Classes are offered during the Fall, Spring, and Summer terms
- Registration dates vary by term, but will be listed on the term calendar.
- The registration process must be completed every term by both new and returning students.
- Students will be enrolled in their classes after they have paid their tuition in full or have signed up and made the first payment on a payment plan.
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Questions?
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