Understanding Unit Maximums
Receiving financial aid (federal, state and institutional) is contingent on you maintaining eligibility to receive financial aid funds. Maintaining eligibility includes completing your program within an established timeframe.
A student is eligible to receive financial aid for a maximum number of overall attempted units for their primary program of study. This attempted unit maximum is based on the published length of the program; at Cal Poly Pomona, all students must complete their program within 150% of the published length of the program. This is measured as part of our Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards for Financial Aid Applicants.
In addition to the attempted unit maximum, the State University Grant has an earned unit maximum - based on the published length of a student's primary program of study.
Below is a listing of Degree programs by College. The published length of each program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility.
To avoid problems with your eligibility for financial aid expiring before you complete your program, limit changes to your major or switching programs, and work with your Academic Advisor or department to ensure you are taking classes that required for your primary program.
Caution: Students may lose eligibility for certain grants or loans before these unit maximums are reached. Be sure to review Understanding Aid Program Limits for details on the limits associated with each program.
Undergraduate Unit Maximums by College
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Health Science, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Animal Science, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Apparel Merchandising and Management, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Agribusiness and Food Industry Management, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Agricultural Science, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Food Science and Technology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Nutrition, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Plant Science, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the College of Business Administration. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the College of Education and Integrative Studies. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
Most undergraduate programs have a published length of 120 units. Those with a higher published length are highlighted in yellow.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Early Childhood Teaching Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Integrated Teacher Education Program Education Specialist: Extensive Support Needs Option | 127 Units | 158.75 Units | 190.50 Units |
| Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Integrated Teacher Education Program Education Specialist: Mild to Moderate Support Needs Option | 127 Units | 158.75 Units | 190.50 Units |
| Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Multilingual Teaching Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - Non-Teaching Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Early Childhood Studies, B.A. - PK-Grade 3 Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Liberal Studies, B.A. - General Studies Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Liberal Studies, B.A. - Integrated Teacher Education Program Education Specialist: Extensive Support Needs Option | 125 Units | 156.25 Units | 187.50 Units |
| Liberal Studies, B.A. - Integrated Teacher Education Program Education Specialist: Mild to Moderate Support Needs Option | 125 Units | 156.25 Units | 187.50 Units |
| Liberal Studies, B.A. - Pre-Credential Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the College of Engineering. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering, B.S. | 127 Units | 158.75 Units | 190.50 Units |
| Chemical Engineering, B.S. | 127 Units | 158.75 Units | 190.50 Units |
| Civil Engineering, B.S. | 126 Units | 157.50 Units | 189 Units |
| Construction Engineering and Management, B.S. | 124 Units | 155 Units | 186 Units |
| Computer Engineering, B.S. | 124 Units | 155 Units | 186 Units |
| Electrical Engineering, B.S. | 125 Units | 156.25 Units | 187.50 Units |
| Electromechanical Systems Engineering Technology, B.S. | 124 Units | 155 Units | 186 Units |
| Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, B.S. | 124 Units | 155 Units | 186 Units |
| Industrial Engineering | 127 Units | 158.75 Units | 190.50 Units |
| Manufacturing Engineering | 128 Units | 160 Units | 192 Units |
| Mechanical Engineering | 127 Units | 158.75 Units | 190.50 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the College of Environmental Design. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
Most undergraduate programs have a published length of 120 units. Those with a higher published length are highlighted in yellow.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Achitecture, B. Arch | 150 Units | 187.50 Units | 225 Units |
| Art History, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Visual Communication Design, B.F.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Landscape Architecture, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Urban and Regional Planning, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
Most undergraduate programs have a published length of 120 units. Those with a higher published length are highlighted in yellow.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Economics, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| English, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Spanish, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Anthropology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Geography, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| History, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Music, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Music, B.M. - Composition Option | 124 Units | 155 Units | 186 Units |
| Music, B.M. - Pedagogy (Pre-Credential) Option | 130 Units | 162.50 Units | 195 Units |
| Music, B.M. - Performance Option | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Philosophy, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Science, Technology, and Society, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Political Science, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Psychology, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Criminology, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Sociology, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Theatre, B.A. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the College of Science. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Biotechnology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Environmental Biology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Chemistry, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Computer Science, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Geology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Kinesiology, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Mathematics, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
| Physics, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Bachelor's Degree programs within the the Collins College of Hospitality Management. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Management, B.S. | 120 Units | 150 Units | 180 Units |
Undergraduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Undergraduate degree are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of:
- Freshman Admits: 150 total earned units*
- Transfer students with less than 75 transfer units: 150 Total Earned units (CPP + Transfer)*
- Transfer students with 75 or more transfer units: 75 earned CPP Units
Undergraduate programs that have a published length of more than 120 semester units have the Earned Unit maximum adjusted based on the published program length (125% of the published length of the program).
* The following types of units are not considered against the Undergraduate Student Earned Unit Maximum:
- Pre-Baccalaureate or Remedial Coursework that does not carry baccalaureate credit
- Test Credit (AP, IB, etc.) and Military Credit
Additional Resources:
Teaching Credential Unit Maximums by Program
Financial Aid for Teaching Credential Students is only available for those courses required by the state to receive your Credential. Aid is not available for prerequisite courses, courses that are suggested as beneficial, or elective courses. It is also not available for Master's degree courses - unless you have been admitted into a Master's Degree (in which case you'll be packaged as a Master's Degree student).
Following is a listing of the Teaching Credential programs at Cal Poly Pomona. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Subject Credential | 36 Units | 36 Units | 54 Units |
| Multiple Subject Credential | 42 Units | 42 Units | 63 Units |
| Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Mild to Moderate Support Needs | 45 Units | 45 Units | 67.50 Units |
| Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Extensive Support Needs | 45 Units | 45 Units | 67.50 Units |
| Intern Credential | 36 Units | 36 Units | 54 Units |
The following added authorizations are eligible for financial aid. If pursuing concurrently with an initial credential, the units are added to SUG Earned Unit eligibility and the SAP Maximum Time Frame; if adding to an existing credential – they are not eligible for funding under the State University Grant, but are still eligible for funding under the student loan programs.
- Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization: 21 Units
- Bilingual Authorization: 6 Units
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Subject Credential + Bilingual Authorization | 42 Units | 42 Units | 63 Units |
| Multiple Subject Credential + Bilingual Authorization | 48 Units | 48 Units | 72 Units |
| Single Subject Credential + Adaptive Physical Education Authorization | 57 Units | 57 Units | 85.50 Units |
| Multiple Subject Credential + Adaptive Physical Education Authorization | 69 Units | 69 Units | 103.50 Units |
| Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Mild to Moderate Support Needs + Adaptive Physical Education Authorization | 66 Units | 66 Units | 99 Units |
| Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Extensive Support Needs + Adaptive Physical Education Authorization | 66 Units | 66 Units | 99 Units |
Students pursuing their initial Credential are eligible to receive a SUG award for a maximum of earned semester units equal to the published length of their program. The unit maximum includes all earned units from a prior credential program (that was not completed) and any applicable transfer units.
Students pursuing a credential that have previously completed a credential program at Cal Poly Pomona or any other university are not eligible to receive a State University Grant (SUG).
Additional Resources:
Graduate Program Unit Maximums by College
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Programs - Not SUG Eligible
The following graduate programs in the Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture are eligible for financial aid (Direct Student Loans) but not for the State University Grant (SUG):
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Apparel Management, M.S. | 30 Units | N/A | 45 Units |
| Dietetics, M.S. | 38 Units | N/A | 57 Units |
| Dietetic Internship Certificate | 12 Units | N/A | 18 Units |
- The International Apparel Management, M.S. program and the Dietetics, M.S. program are both administered through the College of Professional and Global Education. These programs are considered self-supporting programs, meaning the programs operate entirely on student fees; Cal Poly Pomona does not receive any state aid in support of them.
- The Dietetic Internship Certificate program is a non-degree certificate program. The CSU Board of Trustees has limited eligibility for the State University Grant (SUG) to students pursuing their initial Bachelor's, initial Teaching Credential, or initial Master's Degree. Students enrolled in a Certificate program are not eligible for SUG.
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the College of Business Administration. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accountancy, M.S. (Non-Accelerated program) | 31 Units | 38.75 Units | 46.50 Units |
| Business Administration, M.B.A. | 34 Units | 42.50 Units | 51 Units |
| Information Security, M.S. | 31 Units | 38.75 Units | 46.50 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Programs - Not SUG Eligible
The following graduate programs in the College of Business Administration are administered through the College of Professional and Global Education. These programs are considered self-supporting programs, meaning the programs operate entirely on student fees. Cal Poly Pomona does not receive any state aid in support of these programs; they are therefore not eligible for the State University Grant. They are, however, eligible for Federal Direct Student Loans.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accountancy, M.S. (Accelerated program) | 31 Units | N/A | 46.50 Units |
| Business Analytics, M.S. | 33 Units | N/A | 49.50 Units |
| Digital Supply Chain Management, M.S. | 32 Units | N/A | 48 Units |
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the College of Education and Integrative Studies. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education, M.A. | 31 Units | 38.75 Units | 46.50 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Programs - Not SUG Eligible
The following graduate program in the College of Education and Integrative Studies is eligible for financial aid (Direct Student Loans) but not for the State University Grant (SUG):
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education Leadership, Ed.D. | 60 Units | N/A | 90 Units |
The CSU Board of Trustees has limited eligibility for the State University Grant (SUG) to students pursuing their initial Bachelor's, initial Teaching Credential, or initial Master's Degree. Students enrolled in a Doctorate program are not eligible for SUG.
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Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the College of Engineering. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Civil Engineering, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Electrical Engineering, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Engineering Management, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Mechanical Engineering, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Programs - Not SUG Eligible
The following graduate programs in the College of Engineering are administered through the College of Professional and Global Education. These programs are considered self-supporting programs, meaning the programs operate entirely on student fees. Cal Poly Pomona does not receive any state aid in support of these programs; they are therefore not eligible for the State University Grant. They are, however, eligible for Federal Direct Student Loans.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Engineering, M.S. | 30 Units | N/A | 45 Units |
| Systems Engineering, M.S. | 30 Units | N/A | 45 Units |
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the College of Environmental Design. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture, M.Arch (General Standing) | 90 Units | 112.50 Units | 135 Units |
| Architecture, M.Arch (Advanced Standing) | 60 Units | 75 Units | 90 Units |
| Landscape Architecture, M.L.A.(General Standing) | 72 Units | 90 Units | 108 Units |
| Landscape Architecture, M.L.A. (Advanced Standing) | 48 Units | 60 Units | 72 Units |
| Regenerative Studies, M.S. | 40 Units | 50 Units | 60 Units |
| Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P. | 48 Units | 60 Units | 72 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Programs - Not SUG Eligible
The following graduate program in the College of Environmental Design is administered through the College of Professional and Global Education. This program is considered a self-supporting program, meaning the program operates entirely on student fees. Cal Poly Pomona does not receive any state aid in support of this program; it is therefore not eligible for the State University Grant.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior Architecture, M.I.A | 42 Units | N/A | 63 Units |
Effective Fall 2022, the Master of Interior Architecture program does not qualify for funding through the Federal or State financial aid programs. This in no way reflects upon the quality of the program; it simply means it does not meet the criteria for federal or state financial aid eligibility.
Private education loans are the only source of funding available, beginning with the Fall 2022 term.
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics, M.S. | 36 Units | 45 Units | 54 Units |
| English, M.A. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| History, M.A. | 31 Units | 38.75 Units | 46.50 Units |
| Public Administration, M.P.A. | 36 Units | 45 Units | 54 Units |
| Psychology, M.S. | 60 Units | 75 Units | 90 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the College of Science. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum earned units for State University Grant eligibility and the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: SUG Unit Maximum is based upon earned units while the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for the Receipt of Financial Aid is based upon attempted units.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biological Science, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Chemistry, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Computer Science, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Kinesiology, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
| Mathematics, M.S. | 30 Units | 37.50 Units | 45 Units |
Graduate SUG Maximum Earned Units:
Students pursuing their initial Master's degree have an earned unit maximum of 125% of the published unit requirement for their degree.
Additional Programs - Not SUG Eligible
The following graduate program in the College of Science is administered through the College of Professional and Global Education. This program is considered a self-supporting program, meaning the program operates entirely on student fees. Cal Poly Pomona does not receive any state aid in support of this program; it is therefore not eligible for the State University Grant. The program is, however, eligible for Federal Direct Student Loans.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geology, M.S. | 30 Units | N/A | 45 Units |
Additional Resources:
Following is a listing of the Graduate Degree programs within the the Collins College of Hospitality Management. The published length of the program is provided – as well as the maximum attempted units for overall aid eligibility (SAP Maximum Timeframe).
Please Note: The Hospitality Management, M.S. program is administered through the College of Professional and Global Education. This program is considered a self-supporting program, meaning the program operates entirely on student fees. Cal Poly Pomona does not receive any state aid in support of this program; it is therefore not eligible for the State University Grant.
The program is, however, eligible for Federal Direct Student Loans.
| Program | Published Length | Earned Unit Maximum (SUG Eligibility) | Attempted Unit Maximum (SAP - Overall Aid Eligibility) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Management, M.S. | 36 Units | N/A | 54 Units |
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