Parent FAQ's
We hope that the information provided on our site will answer your questions adequately. However, please keep in mind that Cal Poly cannot provide any person, including a parent, specific student account information until the student in question has given us written permission to do so.
Federal Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA)
Upon officially registering for their first class, and in accordance with FERPA guidelines, the student must supply Cal Poly, as required per department, written authorization to release information to any person chosen by that student - this includes the parents.
Please take a moment to discuss this matter with your student. If your student decides to give the necessary written authorization, you may use the link below to access the authorization form:
FERPA - Authorization to Release Information
Please fax your completed form to 805-756-2774 or email it to us at studentaccounts@calpoly.edu.