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About caltech
California Institute of Technology (caltech) — private non-profit university. It is located in California, United States. As an active member of Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), Association of American Universities (AAU), Association of Independent Technological Universities (AITU), Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA). Sport affiliations and memberships: Nat, caltech is participating in developing the academic environment.
QS International University Ranking placed the university in 10 position. caltech is one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in the USA. Thousands of students dream of studying here. The independent international ranking THE is very attentive to universities' research output. According to THE, this higher education institution is in 7 place among universities with the most research publications per year.
caltech conducts various scientific activities and is inviting students to join the research.
- Location
- California, United States
- Establishment year
- 1891
- Students
- 2,401
- International students
- 683
- Female students
- 36%
- Acceptance rate
- 3%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Natural Sciences | 6 |
Engineering & Technology | 9 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 140 |
Social Sciences & Management | 171 |
Arts & Humanities | 288 |

caltech tuition fees
The academic year at caltech is divided into quarters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. At caltech, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 54,570 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
- Academic calendar
- Quarters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- 56,364USD/year
- Master
- 54,570USD/year
- Doctorate
- 54,570USD/year
Additional costs
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Room and board
- on campus18,606USD/year
- off campus17,784USD/year
- Other expenses
- on campus2,700USD/year
- off campus4,860USD/year
caltech campus
The campus of caltech is located in California. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Not only locals study at caltech, but also students from other countries. This is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the culture of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes

What to do after graduation
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in United States for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. caltech graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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