Prospective Student Resources
Qualified incoming first-year students may choose one of our three specialized course sequences:
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Design and Business CollaborationThe exclusive Design & Business Collaboration cohort offers motivated students a chance to immediately gain an academic advantage and experience a sense of community at the Orfalea College of Business. |
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The Green Light Program – Business Majors onlyThis cohort sequence is designed for BUSINESS MAJORS who want to jump into business classes during their first year. |
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The Quantitative Sequence -- Economics and Business Majors onlyThis cohort sequence is designed for the ECONOMICS and BUSINESS MAJORS who enjoy problem-solving and mathematical analysis. |
How to qualify for these sequences:
Students admitted to the Orfalea College of Business in Economics, or Business majors who meet the math criteria (qualifying SAT/HSGPA scores, eligible for MATH 141) will be asked about their interest in the program through an email survey sent by Cal Poly’s Admissions Office.





