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Anushree Sinha
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Caltech is not an Ivy League school but it tends to enjoy a similar reputation and social status. In regards to Math / Science / Engineering education, Caltech is one of the best institutes to attend. In terms of the quality of the student body and the raw IQ, then also Caltech is a top institute for studies. According to unofficial sources, Caltech trumps every other college in the nation including MIT and Harvard. The sources also claim that students must be smart and clever enough in Math / Science to survive at Caltech.
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Caltech is a distinguished Science and Engineering institute that systematizes some of the brightest minds of the world and the most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions and pressing societal challenges. Also, Caltech owns and operates large-scale research facilities such as the Seismological Laboratory and a global network of astronomical laboratories. Apart from this, it has the lowest student-to-faculty ratio; 3:1, which indicates that students can have an exceptional experience at Caltech and can fully immerse in the research culture of the university and gain close access to the outstanding professors.
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The following table throws more light on the cost of attendance at Caltech:ParticularsExpensesTuitionUSD 60,816FeesUSD 2,439Housing/RoomUSD 11,247Food / MealsUSD 8,256Books and Supplies (approx.)USD 1,428Personal Expenses (approx.)USD 2,700Total Estimated Cost of AttendanceUSD 86,886
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It is not mandatory to submit GRE scores for graduate admissions at Caltech, but those students who still wish to report their scores are welcome to do so.
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The following exemptions apply for Caltech admissions and non submission of ELP scores:English is the primary language of instruction in the secondary schoolApplicants with a degree from a college or university whose primary instruction is in English
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Applicants can submit Common or Coalition application or QuestBridge application for undergraduate admissions while admission applications are accepted directly through Caltech website for graduate admissions.
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Caltech has a very competitive selectivity rate which is usually less than 10%. Admissions are selective hence, admits are also lower for all levels of study - 982 UG and 1,419 students for at the graduate level were admitted in the Fall 2023. The student-faculty ratio on average is 3:1. Caltech students and faculty have received 46 nobel prizes over the years.
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Students applying for BSc courses at Caltech need to have the below requirements ready before applying to the Caltech. LOR: BSc requiresLOR, and with particular exceptions, who should write those letters and the university asks faculty to write the LOR’s for high school studentsStatement of purpose ( an SOP): An SOP is essential for the application process for Caltech. It helps the applicant to convey their talents, Academic excellence accomplishments and personal background of applicants. Transcripts of high school: the applicant must provide the university with transcripts of their academics with high school cer
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The application fee for international students applying for BSc computer Science courses is USD 75. This fee helps cover the administrative costs associated with processing applications for the program. The application fee might change. However, keep checking the official Caltech website to avoid confusion before submitting your application forms.
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Below are the requirements for MSc course at Caltech :LOR: M.Sc course needs a LOR, and with particular exceptions, who should write those letters. Statement of purpose ( an SOP): An SOP is essential for the application process for Caltech. It helps the applicant to convey their talents, Academic excellence accomplishments and personal background of applicants. Transcripts and degrees: the applicant must provide the university with transcripts of their academics with degree certificates. Similarly, applying for PhD or doctoral programme may require a master’s degree and transcripts from all graduate institutions o
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