California Institute of Technology, based in the California suburb of Pasadena, is one of the world's major private research universities. Throop University was founded in 1891 as a vocational school under the name Throop. Caltech is now known around the world for its engineering and natural science prowess. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges has granted this university accreditation. It has ties to the AAU, HHMI, and NASA (JPL).
The Beckman Institute, Kavli Nanoscience Institute, Rosen Bioengineering Center, Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Institute for Neuroscience, and the Resnick Sustainability Institute are among the five institutes on the Caltech campus. The Millikan Library is the tallest structure on the campus. The institute includes campuses in Louisiana, Hawaii, Switzerland, and Washington, in addition to Pasadena. Caltech has seven buildings spread across 124 acres of property that serve as student and family homes. Basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis, swimming, and fencing are among the men's and women's athletic teams at the university.
In mathematics, chemistry, biology, computer science, physics, and earth sciences, Caltech provides graduate, undergraduate, and doctoral degree programmes. Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Biology and Biological Engineering, Geological and Planetary Sciences, Engineering, and Applied Science make up the university's academic structure. Caltech now has about 1,285 graduate students and 948 undergraduate students enrolled. Caltech employs roughly 3,900 people, including alumni and non-alumni academic faculty. Professors with advanced degrees and expertise in science and applied sciences make up the university's faculty.
California Institute of Technology Departments
- Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences
- 1200 East California Boulevard, PASADENA, California, United States, 91125.
- Division of Engineering and Applied Science
- 1200 East California Blvd, PASADENA, California, United States, 91125.
- Division of Biology and Biological Engineering
- 1200 East California Boulevard, PASADENA, California, United States, 91125.
- Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
- 1200 East California Boulevard, PASADENA, California, United States, 91125.
- Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences
- 1200 East California Boulevard, PASADENA, California, United States, 91125.
- Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy
- 1200 East California Boulevard, PASADENA, California, United States, 91125.
California Institute of Technology Rankings
- #8 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
- #4 World University Ranking - QS 2021
- #4 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #9 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021
- #7 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
Why California Institute of Technology?
- Top Universities Abroad ranked us 4th.
- The Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2013-2014 put us at number one in the world.
- Collaboration with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL).
- Provide a rigorous curriculum as well as numerous research and engagement opportunities with world-renowned experts.
- Faculty who are well qualified and experienced.
California Institute of Technology Tuition Fees
Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
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Engineering (5 Courses) | 1 Year - 4 Year | USD 45846 |
Science (7 Courses) | 2 Year - 4 Year | USD 45846 - USD 52506 |
Arts (2 Courses) | 4 year | USD 45846 |
Management (1 Courses) | 4 year | USD 45846 |
California Institute of Technology Entry Requirements
Courses | Exam |
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Arts | SAT , TOEFL |
Engineering | SAT , TOEFL , GRE , IELTS , PTE |
Management | TOEFL , SAT |
Science | SAT , TOEFL , GRE , IELTS , PTE |
California Institute of Technology Admission Standards
Exceptional
SAT | 1530/1560 |
ACT | 35/36 |
GPA | 3.97 |
Applications Accepted 6.4%
Applications Due | Jan 1, 2021 |
Applicant Competition | Extreme |
Application Fee | $75 |
California Institute of Technology International Students Admissions
International applicants are accepted by the university provided that they have met California Institute of Technology admissions eligibility requirements, provided official academic documents, and met deadlines. International and domestic applicants have similar application processes except that more supporting documents are needed for international applicants.
Application Portal - Application is done online through Common Application or Coalition Application.
Application fees - 75 USD, which is non-refundable.
Admission Requirements: International applicants must meet the following requirements to be admitted to California Institute of Technology:
- Complete Application
- Standardized test score (i.e. SAT/ACT)
- Two Letter of evaluation from the teacher.
- High school report
- Academic transcripts/mark sheets.
- TOEFL Score.
- Financial aid statement of intent.
- Financial Assistance from Around the World Statement of Intent: International students applying to the California Institute of Technology should familiarise themselves with the institution's financial assistance policies and confirm their desire for financial aid.
- Copy of passport
- An international address
- Statement of Purpose (graduate students)
- CV or Resume (graduate students)
- 3 letters of Recommendation (Graduate Students)
Test | Minimum | Recommended |
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IELTS | 7 | 7.5 |
TOEFL | 100 | 100 |
Duolingo English Test | 120 | 125 |