Welcome to the CMCS - Center for Military-Connected Students

2022 "Best in the West" University for Veterans — U.S. News & World Report, 3 years running!

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.

If you are a newly admitted student, check out our new student checklist to begin the process of accessing and using benefits at Cal Poly.

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!

The CMCS will be closed for Spring Break, March 25 - April 2nd

SPRING QUARTER HOURS

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

Our space on campus is in Bldg 52, Room E-4. It is open 8 am to 7pm Monday -Friday.

Program Coordinator and VA SCO virtual open hours: Tues & Wed from 2 pm to 4 pm.

Newly Admitted? Join us for NEW MUSTANG MONDAYS in the Virtual Center Every Monday of the Spring Quarter from 6pm to 7pm. This is your opportunity to ask questions, check-in and keep up to date!