| Hi Will,
I hope that I may be able to help you out. Cal Poly admissions is based upon a point scale. These points come from 4 separate categories : Specific classes completed, GPA (IN THOSE CLASSES), GE, and work exp/extra curr activities. You should note that the GPA and specific coursework sections (secions 1 and 2) are the most heavily weighted.
In reference to you dropping courses -> As long as you meet the "desired" number of units, anything in excess will have no effect on your application. No worries about that. You application will be reviewed by an actual person, his name is James Marivigilia and he is the director of admissions. Also, your W's will have no affect on your application. I hope this helps!
-Steve |