California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, USA
Campus photo: Robert Skolmen Bobskol854, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
QS World Rank
#7
Institution
Private
Typical intakes in USA
Aug, Jan
Location
Pasadena, USA
Published programmes
3
About California Institute of Technology
Private science and engineering research university in Pasadena, California. Small and highly selective, it focuses on STEM fields and manages NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Indicative tuition: USD68,001 / year · Scholarships can reduce this — we confirm what you qualify for, free.
Entry requirements
Strong STEM bachelor's degree with a high GPA plus TOEFL or IELTS (around IELTS 7.0); requirements vary by programme.
Indicative for international postgraduate applicants — your counsellor confirms the exact cut-offs and English scores for your chosen programme, free.
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Programmes at California Institute of Technology
Scholarships for USA
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Government (Destination) Fully funded Dates vary Tuition, living, travel and related support subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships
Government (Destination) Living stipend Dates vary Stipend + travel/other support subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships
Government (Destination) Fully funded Dates vary Tuition/fees + living + travel/other allowances subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Similar universities
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California Institute of Technology — FAQs
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Indicative tuition is around USD68,001 per year for international students. Your counsellor confirms the exact fee for your chosen programme — free.
Strong STEM bachelor's degree with a high GPA plus TOEFL or IELTS (around IELTS 7.0); requirements vary by programme.
The main intakes across USA are Aug, Jan. California Institute of Technology sets its own dates per course — we confirm the exact intake and deadline for your shortlist. Apply early: documents, funds and visa processing all take time.
We list 3 programme(s) at California Institute of Technology with real fees and entry requirements on this page. We shortlist the ones that fit your profile — free.
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