A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

California Institute of Technology

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pasadena, California 91125
🌐 www.caltech.edu/
Outcomes
A+
96/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
A+
94/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
A
85/100

Quick Stats

2,463
Total Enrollment
93%
Graduation Rate
98%
Retention Rate
3.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where California Institute of Technology Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
of 9 schools
#23
Physics, General
of 100 schools
#27
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
of 100 schools
#30
Chemistry, General
of 100 schools
#30
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $60,816 $60,816
Room $11,247
Board $8,256
Total Cost (On-Campus) $86,886 $86,886

Financial Aid

68%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
17%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,463
Total Students
39%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 24%
Hispanic 12%
Black 2%
Asian 22%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 32%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at California Institute of Technology?
California Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 3%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend California Institute of Technology?
Tuition at California Institute of Technology is $60,816 for in-state students and $60,816 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at California Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at California Institute of Technology is 93%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is California Institute of Technology a good school?
California Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend California Institute of Technology?
California Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 2,463 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology