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California Institute of Technology

Pasadena, California, United States
University
Rankings2027

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QS World University Rankings (2027)
#7
Acceptance Rate
3%
Completion Rate
94%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
California Institute of Technology
Location
Pasadena, California, United States
Undergraduate students
987
International Students
14%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
3:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Entrepreneurial / start-up culture
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Mild coastal
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$68,574/yr
2026-27, across 29 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at California Institute of Technology

29 courses, A–Z.