California Institute of Technology
Overview
Student Population
2,240
Best Colleges National Rank
#16
| Size | Small |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Pasadena, California, California Institute of Technology is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 6,855 prospective students applied, and 553 were granted admission. Of those admitted 235 enrolled in the school. 2,239 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $48,111 plus fees of $1,797. Caltech is ranked 16 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2018 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
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| SAT | ACT |
|---|---|
| SAT | 1540/1600 |
| ACT | 34/36 |
Applications Accepted
8.1%
| Applications Due | Jan 3, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
Cost to Attend
Tuition
$48,111
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,323 |
| Other Fees | $1,797 |
| Room and Board | $14,796 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,874 |
| Total One Year Cost | $68,901 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$85,800 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
87% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 41% |
| Physical Sciences | 25% |
| Mathematics | 11% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 11% |
| Biology | 8% |
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