Pasadena,
CA
About Caltech
California Institute of Technology is a private, nonprofit school in the suburb of Pasadena, California. Caltech was founded in 1891. The college enrolls around 2,397 students per year, including 987 undergrads.
Caltech Acceptance Rate
It is extremely difficult to get into Caltech. In 2022, Caltech accepted 4% of applicants. Out of 13,026 applications received in 2022, 510 students were offered admission.
| California Institute of Technology Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 4% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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College Info
Caltech Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 3
Transfer Applications are Due
Feb 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Caltech is Jan 3.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Caltech is Feb 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Caltech ACT Scores
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Caltech Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$77,856
In State$77,856
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Caltech is like? There are approximately 2,397 students enrolled at Caltech, including 987 undergraduate students and 1,410 graduate students. 100% percent of students attend school full-time, 38% percent are from CA and 62% percent of students are from other states.
100%
Full TimeUnknown
Part Time38%
In State62%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,397
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
4%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$58,680
Out-of-State
$58,680
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 3
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