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The Bronco Family Orientation Experience is made up of the following:

• In-person, on-campus Orientation Day (separate experience from student orientation)
  • You’ll learn about important campus resources and programs that will help you support your student(s).
  • This experience will also include opportunities to connect with the campus and other Bronco families.
  • You will get commemorative swag that is curated for each incoming cohort.
  • A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
  • Parking is included. 
• Pre-Orientation Online Modules
  • Provides an overview of CPP academics, support services, student life, health and wellbeing, and more.
  • You can complete the pre-orientation module at your own pace, take breaks, and return to it at your leisure.  
• Bronco Family Connection Portal
  
  • You will automatically be signed up for our monthly Bronco Family e-newsletter via our . We encourage you to create your account to stay connected and informed with all things CPP. This is how we will keep you up-to-date on what's happening on campus and invite you to events. 

• Students can add up to two guests when they make their Orientation reservation through their student portal. 
• If you are no longer able to attend orientation, please ensure your student informs our office at least two weeks prior to your scheduled orientation for a refund to be considered. Cancellations are not automatic.
  • Include the guest’s full name as well as the student’s full name and their Bronco ID number. Fees will stand for requests received after the required timeframe.
• For assistance with registering parents, family members and/or supporters, students should contact our office at (909) 869-3604 or via email at orientation@cpp.edu. 

Bronco Family Orientation Day topics include: Financial Aid and Student Accounting, Academic Resources and Requirements, PolyTransfer Transition Services, and CPP Enterprises. This is also your chance to interact with other Bronco families. 

Yes, the fee is $85 dollars per guest. The Bronco Family Orientation fee includes parking, a light breakfast, lunch, access to pre-orientation modules and orientation content, a subscription to our , and programming throughout your student’s time at CPP.

Bronco Family Orientation Day fees are due by the date of the program you are attending. Please note, the Bronco Family Orientation fee is separate from the Student Orientation Fee. Unfortunately, no fee waivers are available for Bronco Family Orientation.

• If your student deferred payment, the student orientation and guest fees will be posted to your student's Bronco Applicant Portal two business days after attending orientation.
• Payment must be made via your student's Bronco Applicant Portal or through Student Accounting and Cashiering Services by the final payment and fee deadline of January 13, 2026.

Yes! The Bronco Family Orientation Experience is separate, but occurs at the same time as the student’s Orientation Day. Families and supporters will check-in on the second floor of the Bronco Student Center - Ursa Major and will be directed to their individual programs upon arrival. Check your confirmation email for more details about your orientation date and time. 

Yes, if you would like to attend Bronco Family Orientation day on a different day than your student, please ask your student to contact our office via email at orientation@cpp.edu or by phone at (909) 869-3604.

• Student must include the guest’s full name as well as their full name and their Bronco ID number. 

No, student orientation is for students only. However, the Bronco Family Orientation program, while separate, runs concurrently and is designed specifically to equip you with the necessary tools to best support your students.

The Bronco Family Pre-Orientation modules will be available starting November 23, 2026. You can access them at . 

We recommend completing the pre-orientation modules before your in-person, on-campus Bronco Family Orientation so that you can come prepared with questions for our campus partners. Additionally, we recommend coming to Bronco Family Orientation Day with comfortable season-appropriate attire as the day will be interactive. We will provide a light breakfast and lunch. You are welcome to bring your own snacks and a reusable water bottle.

While Bronco Family Orientation Day is highly encouraged, there are many ways to get involved as a Bronco Family member beyond orientation. You can subscribe to the  and attend one of our Bronco Family events throughout the year to get involved!

Prospective students should connect with CPP's Office of Outreach, Recruitment, and Educational Partnerships for information tailored to prospective applicants to CPP. The Bronco Family Orientation experience is tailored to parents, family members, and supporters of Cal Poly Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ students that are starting their educational career with us. 

For information about lodging while at CPP for Orientation, please visit this website to learn more: /aboutcpp/visitor-information/lodging.shtml

If you are no longer able to attend orientation, please ensure your student informs our office at least two weeks prior to your scheduled orientation for a refund to be considered. Cancellations are not automatic.

Cancellation/Refund requests should include the following information:

• Guest's Full Name
• Bronco Family Orientation Date
• Reason for requesting a refund
• Student’s Full Name
• Student’s Bronco ID Number