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Overview
The California Institute of Technology is a 4-year private science and engineering university in Pasadena. Caltech confers undergraduate degrees in 28 scientific fields of study. In addition to classroom space, Caltech is home to several research centers including the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the International Observatory Network, and the Caltech Seismological Laboratory. For students interested in the performing arts, the Caltech campus features two auditoriums and an outdoor athenaeum.
Acceptance Rate:
3%
Average Net Price:
$33,565
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
4.0
Average ACT Composite
36
Average SAT Composite
1557
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $63,255 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $63,255 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $19,503 |
| Books and Supplies | $1428 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
100%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
14%
Average Aid Per Year
$59,192
14%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$8,089
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$55,860
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
2%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$9220
21%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$8,089
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$32,704,820
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$319,500
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
15%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$12,553
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$8,013
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$107
Students receiving federal loans
6%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,438
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,579
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
16626
Students Applied
2%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
5
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
No
Dual Enrollment
No
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 3 | May 1 |
Application Fee
$75
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 36
Average SAT Composite: 1557
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
4.0
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,401
Total Number of Undergrads
982
0
100
86%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
92%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
3:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
42
Faculty Overview
0
100
95%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
46
Countries Represented
36
Ethnicity
Student Organizations
135
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
85%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
91%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Beavers
School Colors
black and orange
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
140
Total Female Athletes
69
Intramural Sports
1
Sports Club
2
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Water Polo
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
California Institute of Technology Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$106,300
Top 5 Cities
Los Angeles
San Francisco
New York
Boston
San Diego
Top 5 Employers
Caltech
Northrop Grumman
Google
Boeing
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Top 5 Sectors
Engineering
Education
Research
Business Development
Information Technology
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$8,013
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$107
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingYou will learn more than you thought was possible. Sometimes it will seem impossible. It isn't.
Kimberly from Bloomington, IL
This school has a very rigorous academic curriculum that has expanded both my understanding and my appreciation for the physical sciences.
Mateo from Houston, TX
Even from my brief experience at Caltech for Pre-Frosh Weekend, I was impressed at how seriously my future upperclassmen work hard and play hard. Most amazing was how they respected each other and the Honor Code, which dictates the way the Caltech community operates. They're incredibly inspiring and each super passionate, and I look forward to the next four years with them.
Jianing Jenny from Plano, TX
California Institute of Technology is an amazing school. Of all the colleges that I looked at, Caltech is definitely my top choice. If I get accepted, I am sure to go.
Julie from Laurel, MD
This school, being one of the top in the nation, is naturally one that is going to encourage learning, especially with its small class sizes and ability to work side-by-side the professors.
Addam from Garden Grove, CA
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