Overview
Student Population
2,238National Rank
#17| Location | Pasadena, California |
| Online | caltech.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | 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 7,339 prospective students applied, and 568 were granted admission. Of those admitted 235 enrolled in the school. 2,238 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 0 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $48,111 plus fees of $1,797. Caltech is ranked 17 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Elite| SAT | 1550/1590 |
| ACT | 34/35 |
| GPA | 3.97 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 3, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
Annual 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 yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
87% within 6 yearsPopular 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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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110404 IPEDS survey data for California Institute of Technology.
