WE'VE MOVED! We are in front of University Police in Bldg 58, Room 109A. Join us for our Opening Celebration on November 9th

Cal Poly’s military-friendly campus offers an enthusiastic and supportive community for all veterans, service members, and our large group of military-dependent students. The Center for Military-Connected Students is a central hub of information and support. We strive to provide comprehensive assistance to all military-connected students. The dedicated CMCS team supports students in accessing their VA education and Cal Vet Fee Waiver Benefits. The center can direct students to a multitude of campus and community resources. 

Drop by our virtual center and get to know current students who are dedicated to building a military-friendly community. Our virtual center staff can answer questions or schedule appointments with our staff experts. Join in on any of our upcoming events - alumni, current, and admitted students are always welcome. 

We are available to assist with all VA, TA, and Cal Vet Fee waiver questions and paperwork. We also coordinate all in-state tuition requests for out-of-state military-connected students, when eligible. For quarters beginning after August 1, 2021 students who are using Post 9/11 GI Bill® or Fry Scholarship benefits are eligible for in-state tuition. For quarters beginning after August 1, 2022, students who are using CH 35 Dependents Educational Assistance are also eligible for in-state tuition. 

In addition to our physical center on campus, we also offer a Virtual Center that is open every day to answer questions and provide support.

Looking for information on applying to Cal Poly as a military-affiliated student? Click here!

Cal Poly's Center for Military-Connected Students supports all student veterans and the dependents of those who have served. Our center is a welcoming space where they can grab a snack, study, and make those social connections that support a healthy student. Our free food pantry strives to ensure that students can focus on their studies. Please help by donating via our Amazon wish list or through Cal Poly Gives. Your gifts help us to maintain our pantry and help our students bridge the gap caused by the high cost of living in San Luis Obispo.

Amazon Wish List 

Other ways to give 

FALL QUARTER HOURS - Starting 9/21/2023!

Click this link to join our VIRTUAL CENTER  - Open 9 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday for walk-in questions and appointments.

Submit after hours questions here

Our space on campus is in the Welding Building, Bldg 58. You'll find us steps from the entrance to the campus Police Department  It is open 8 am to 7pm Monday -Friday. 

Program Coordinator/Cal Vet College Fee Waiver Point of Contact and our VA School Certifying Officials have virtual office open hours on Tues & Thurs from 1 pm to 3 pm. Drop in with your questions!

  ‘‘GI Bill®’’ is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

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