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California Institute of Technology

About California Institute of Technology

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

Ranking Type 2024 Rank 2023 Rank
QS World University Rankings #15 #=6
THE World University Rankings #7 #6
U.S. News and World Report Best Global Universities - #9
ARWU (Shanghai Rankings) - -

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

Programs Total Annual Fees
Master of Science [M.S], Civil Engineering USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Mechanical Engineering USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Medical Engineering USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Bioengineering USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Computer Science USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Biology USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Mathematics USD 65,706
Master of Science [M.S], Physics USD 65,706

California Institute of Technology Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
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 Annual Cost to Attend

Type of Expense Annual Cost for Undergraduate (USD) Annual Cost for Graduate (USD)
Tuition Fees 60,816 60,816
Fees 2,439 2,247
Accommodation 11,247-12,960 9,180-20,268
Meal 6,471-8,256 8,395
Books and Supplies 1,428 1,400
Personal Expenses 2,700-4,428 9,000
Transportation 0-1,764 -
Health, Dental, & Vision - 880
Total 86,886-90,306 91,918-103,006

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
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Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
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Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

California Institute of Technology Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 52,506

Postgraduate

$ 52,506

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 16,644

Campus accommodation

$ 9,615

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.