<p>"You have been placed on the waitlist at Cal Poly for Fall. You will be receiving a letter with more information very shortly."</p>
<p>Is this good or bad. Do all the applicants get this? What does this mean.</p>
<p>It means that they have made a round of admissions decisions and decided not to admit you at this time. They have placed you on a waitlist, which you can choose to remain on or not, and would contact you if a spot opens up for you in the future. Undoubtedly the letter they are sending you will be specific about the details of how Cal Poly's waitlist works and what your options are.</p>
<p>Thank you very much</p>