Start Your Mustang Journey at SLO Days

Student Life Orientation Days — known as SLO Days — is the first part of Cal Poly’s two-part orientation program for all incoming undergraduate students. New Mustangs will be prepared for campus life by learning about academic expectations, campus resources, and support services available throughout their Cal Poly journey. 
 
First-year students and transfer students participate in different SLO Days experiences tailored to their unique needs. Supporter sessions are also offered on the same days as student sessions, providing information specifically designed for families and supporters.

Session Dates

Session	Dates	Deadline to Request Change of Date
01	Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Wednesday, July 1, 2026	Tuesday, June 16, 2026
02	Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - Wednesday, July 8, 2026	Tuesday, June 23, 2026
03	Friday, July 10, 2026 - Saturday, July 11, 2026	Friday, June 26, 2026
04	Monday, July 13, 2026 - Tuesday, July 14, 2026	Monday, June 29, 2026
05	Friday, July 17, 2026 - Saturday, July 18, 2026	Friday, July 3, 2026
06	Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (Virtual)	Tuesday, July 7, 2026
-	Thursday, July 23, 2026 (Transfer Session Part 1 - Virtual)	Thursday, July 9, 2026
-	Friday, July 24, 2026 - Saturday, July 25, 2026 (Transfer Session Part 1 - In-Person )	Friday, July 10, 2026
07	Tuesday, August 04, 2026 (Virtual)	Tuesday, July 21, 2026
-	Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - Thursday, August 6, 2026 (Transfer Session Part 2 - Virtual)	Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 

Do you have questions? Our student leadership team has the answers. Visit the FAQ webpage or email orientation@calpoly.edu.

Download the New Mustang Guide

The detailed SLO Days schedule will be available in early June, including session times, locations, maps and real-time updates. Download the “Cal Poly Orientation” app in the App Store or Google Play and search for “New Mustang Guide 2026” before you arrive on campus.