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United States · Pasadena, CA

California Institute of Technology

Small, intense research institute focused on science and engineering with one of the highest faculty-to-student ratios in the world.

All universitiesOfficial site World rank #7Founded 1891

Overview

Small, intense research institute focused on science and engineering with one of the highest faculty-to-student ratios in the world.

Programs

  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Aerospace
  • Chemistry
  • Astronomy

Admission requirements

  • Exceptional STEM record
  • SAT/ACT
  • TOEFL 100+

Scholarships

  • Need-based aid
  • Graduate fellowships

FAQs

How large is Caltech?

About 1,000 undergrads and 1,400 graduate students — tiny by US standards.