Bachelor’s Pathway Program in Liberal Studies at Cuesta College
Earn your Cal Poly Liberal Studies degree at Cuesta College
A supported, flexible pathway for future elementary educators and working education professionals.
- Request Information
- Talk with a BPP Advisor
- Attend an Information Session
- Dates TBD
Prepare for a career in education
Cal Poly’s Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies prepares students for careers in elementary education by building a strong foundation in K–8 teaching and learning. The degree is an important step toward earning a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and becoming an elementary teacher.
The Bachelor’s Pathway Program (BPP) in Liberal Studies at Cuesta College is designed for students who want to complete their Cal Poly degree in a structure that supports work and other responsibilities—particularly those already working in education-related fields.
Why choose the BPP in Liberal Studies?
- Study at Cuesta College - Complete Cal Poly Liberal Studies coursework on the Cuesta San Luis Obispo campus.
- Evening course formats - Courses are offered in evening, hybrid, and online formats designed to accommodate working students.
- A supportive cohort experience - Take courses alongside other future educators and receive coordinated support.
- Earn a Cal Poly degree - BPP students earn the same Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies from Cal Poly.
- Choose a pace that works for you - Students may complete the program in approximately two, three, or four years, depending on course load and prior preparation.
- Gain classroom experience - Each term includes Learn by Doing field experiences in educational settings.
Recommended preparation and coursework
To apply, students must meet Cal Poly’s transfer criteria for Liberal Studies. Review the current transfer admission criteria.
We strongly recommend completing the suggested Cuesta coursework, or its equivalent, before beginning BPP. Completing this coursework can strengthen your application and help you finish the Cal Poly degree in two years.
The Cuesta College Associate’s Degree in Elementary Education: Child Development Emphasis (PK–6) is particularly well aligned with BPP. Students may enter without completing all recommended coursework, but will need to complete any remaining degree requirements before graduation.
How to apply to BPP in Liberal Studies at Cuesta College
1. Meet with Cuesta Advising
Work with the Cuesta Transfer Center or your college advisor to confirm that you are on track to meet Cal Poly transfer requirements.
Cuesta Transfer Center
805-546-3162
transfer@cuesta.edu
2. Apply to Cal Poly’s Liberal Studies: Cuesta Campus pathway
When you are ready to transfer, apply to:
Liberal Studies: Cuesta Campus
Bachelor’s Pathway Program in Liberal Studies at Cuesta College
Learn more about how to apply as a transfer student. For application questions, contact Cal Poly Admissions at admissions@calpoly.edu or 805-756-2311.
3. Complete your Cal Poly Liberal Studies coursework at Cuesta
After admission, you will complete Cal Poly Liberal Studies courses through BPP at the Cuesta campus. Course schedules and completion time vary based on your prior coursework and chosen pace.
4. Graduate with a Cal Poly Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies
Graduates are prepared to pursue a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a career in elementary education. Students with sufficient child development coursework may also be eligible to pursue a PK–3 credential.
Ready to learn more?
- Request Information
- Talk with a BPP Advisor
- Attend an Information Session
- Dates TBD
Not sure whether BPP at Cuesta or the Cal Poly main-campus pathway is the better fit? Compare Liberal Studies transfer pathways.
