California Institute of Technology
About California Institute of Technology
General Information
Academic Programs
Admission Requirements
Majors and Degree Programs
Tuition and Fees
About California Institute of Technology
The mission of the California Institute of Technology is to expand human knowledge and benefit society through research integrated with education. We investigate the most challenging, fundamental problems in science and technology in a singularly collegial, interdisciplinary atmosphere, while educating outstanding students to become creative members of society.Also Known As:
Caltech, Cal TechGeneral Information
Address
1200 E California BlvdPasadena, California 91125
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Phone Numbers
General Info: (626) 395-6811Financial Aid Office: (626) 395-6280
Addmissions Office: (626) 395-6341
Type of College
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or aboveWebsite
www.caltech.eduAcademic Programs
Special Learning Opportunities (ROTC, Teacher Certification, Distance Learning, Study abroad, Weekend Evening)Student Services (Counseling service, employment services, placement services, day care)
Credit Accepted (Dual credit, AP credits):
Religious Affiliation: none
Federal Aid:
Undergraduate Student Age:
Admission Requirements
Open admissions policy: NoUndergraduate application fee: 60
Number of applicants: 3330
Percent admitted: 17.21
Secondary School GPA: Not Required
Secondary School Rank: Recommended
Secondary School Record: Required
Completion of college-preparatory program: Required
Admission test scores (SAT/ACT): Required
Percent of Students submitting SAT scores: 99%
SAT Critical Reading 25th Percentile: 690
SAT Critical Reading 75th Percentile: 770
SAT Math 25th Percentile: 780
SAT Math 75th Percentile: 800
Majors and Degree Programs
| Major | Cert. | Award | Assoc. | Bach. | Masters | Post |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace, Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering | X | X | X | |||
| Agricultural/Biological Engineering & Bioengineering | X | X | ||||
| Applied Mathematics | X | X | X | |||
| Astrophysics (New) | X | X | X | |||
| Biochemistry/Biophysics & Molecular Biology (New) | X | X | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | X | X | X | |||
| Chemical Engineering | X | X | X | |||
| Chemistry, General | X | X | X | |||
| Civil Engineering, General | X | X | ||||
| Computer & Information Sciences, General | X | X | X | |||
| Economics, General | X | |||||
| Economics, Other | X | |||||
| Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering | X | X | X | |||
| Engineering Mechanics | X | X | ||||
| Engineering, General | X | X | X | |||
| Engineering, Other | X | X | ||||
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | X | X | ||||
| Geochemistry | X | X | X | |||
| Geology/Earth Science, General | X | X | X | |||
| Geophysics & Seismology | X | X | X | |||
| Humanities/Humanistic Studies | X | |||||
| Materials Science | X | X | ||||
| Mathematics, General | X | X | X | |||
| Mechanical Engineering | X | X | X | |||
| Neuroscience | X | X | ||||
| Physics, General | X | X | X | |||
| Physics, Other | X | X | X | |||
| Planetary Astronomy & Science (New) | X | X | X | |||
| Social Sciences, General | X | X | X |
Tuition and Fees
In-state: $31416.00Out-of-state: $31416.00
Books and supplies: $1077.00
Total Expense In State On Campus: $44502.00
Total Expense In State Off Campus: $32493.00
Total Expense In State Off Campus with Family: $32493.00
Total Expense Out of State On Campus: $44502.00
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus: $32493.00
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus with Family: $32493.00
