Step 1: Account Activation

Summer 2025 Account Activation will be Open From May 2 - July 9 

Students must activate their account every term of Open University attendance.

Are you a…. 

New Student: 

• Students who have never previously applied, attended, or worked at Cal Poly Pomona. No Bronco ID has been generated for you in the past. 
  - First, complete the Pre-Account Activation Form (Opens May 2 for Summer 2025)
  - Join the Zoom queue 
  - When completed continue to step two, petition submission

 or

Returning Student (2 types):

•  Students that have previously applied, attended or worked at Cal Poly Pomona at any time in the past. A Bronco ID has already been generated for you in the past.

             (Type 1) If you are a returning student but HAVE NOT taken classes in the last two terms (terms are spring, summer, winter, and fall) you will need to complete the Identity Verification process. Join the queue to Zoom with our team to complete identity verification.

             (Type 2) Returning students who HAVE taken classes within the last two terms (terms are spring, summer, winter, and fall) can self-activate their account in BroncoDirect. Click Here (PDF) for a step-by-step guide on how to self-activate your Open University account. If you cannot access your BroncoDirect account because you forgot your username or password, please contact campus IT at 909-869-6776. 
- When completed continue to step two, petition submission

Zoom Information

1. Please turn on the camera and have a form of ID ready such as a passport, driver's license, or state ID. You will be asked to show your ID next to your face to confirm your identity. 
2.  Students will remain in the waiting room & be admitted one by one into the main room with a staff member
3. Click on the button below to join Zoom. Check the calendar to the left for the Zoom schedule. If you try to click on the Zoom link outside of the scheduled hours, the Zoom room will be closed.

Zoom link will appear here starting May 2