California Institute of Technology

Frequently asked questions

About California Institute of Technology

Built from CampusPin profile data. Always verify final admissions, cost, financial aid, and program details with the institution before applying. See our data methodology and data dictionary.

Where is California Institute of Technology located?

California Institute of Technology is located in Pasadena, CA, in the United States.

What type of institution is California Institute of Technology?

California Institute of Technology is a private university based in CA. CampusPin classifies institutions as either four-year universities or two-year community colleges, with control labeled public or private.

What is the acceptance rate at California Institute of Technology?

The most recently reported acceptance rate at California Institute of Technology is approximately 3%. Acceptance rate signals selectivity but does not predict any individual applicant's outcome and is not a measure of school quality. CampusPin reports the federally-published value; verify the current cycle with the institution.

What is the tuition at California Institute of Technology?

California Institute of Technology's published in-state tuition is approximately $63,255 per year. This is the published price before financial aid; the net price most students actually pay is typically lower. Verify the current academic-year tuition with the institution before applying.

How many students attend California Institute of Technology?

California Institute of Technology reports total enrollment of approximately 2,463 students (undergraduate plus graduate). Total enrollment is a useful sizing signal — see the institutional profile for additional breakdowns when available.

How should I verify final details about California Institute of Technology?

CampusPin compiles institutional data from public datasets like IPEDS and the College Scorecard, plus institutional websites and editorial review. Before applying, paying a deposit, or making a final decision, confirm admissions requirements, current tuition, financial aid, deadlines, and program details directly with California Institute of Technology.