Reimbursement

For low dollar expenses up to $1,500 or less (see details for exact amount, depending on user), the following payment methods are available to Cal Poly’s faculty, staff, students or guests:

Cal Poly Reimbursement: for non-travel expenses including all goods and off-campus services; user pays vendor directly and gets reimbursed by the University

To receive reimbursements directly in your bank account, employees only, can enroll in non-payroll direct deposit. Click here for details.

PAYMENT UNITS
Payee Type Limit Amount Example of Reimbursements Non-Travel Only
Faculty $1,500 Material or expenses related to classroom, university or club project(s)
Student $1,500 Materials or expenses related to university projects and/or clubs
Staff $500 Materials or expenses related to your department or job
Guest $500 Non-Travel expenses