At California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, the Journalism Department offers a Bachelor of Science degree built upon the "Learn by Doing" philosophy. Situated in San Luis Obispo, California, the program immerses students in practical training covering reporting, writing, multimedia storytelling, media law, and ethics. Students gain essential real-world experience from their first year through acclaimed student media outlets such as Mustang News and KCPR radio. The department is fully accredited by ACEJMC, signifying its commitment to high professional standards. Graduates are well-prepared for a range of careers in news, public relations, and various communication sectors, equipped with critical thinking skills and an understanding of media's role in society.
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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) is a public research university located in San Luis Obispo, California. It is the oldest of three polytechnics in the California State University system. The university is organized into six colleges offering 65 bachelor's and 39 master's degrees. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo primarily focuses on undergraduate education and as of fall 2020, Cal Poly had 21,447 undergraduate and 840 graduate students. The academic focus is on combining technical and professional curriculums with the arts and humanities. Most of the university's athletic teams participate in the Big West Conference. Cal Poly is eligible to be designated as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander serving institution (AANAPISI).
