College lists don’t lie, but also don’t tell whole truth

Cal Poly was recently named one of the best values in public colleges by Kiplinger, a personal finance organization. Cal Poly ranks 50th in the top 100 best valued public universities for in-state students, and 33rd for out-of-state students.

Kiplinger Rates Poly a ‘Best Value in Public Colleges’

Cal Poly earns a national number 50 spot of “100 Best Values in Public Colleges 2009-2010”