Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
3.14%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
California Institute of Technology Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 3.14%. This means approximately 31 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,023 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
3.14%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $63,255 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $63,255 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $83,598 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,902 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 14.87% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 3.56% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does California Institute of Technology Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$63,255
Room and board
$19,503
Books and supplies
$1,428
Other expenses
$2,700
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$83,598
Average net price
$18,902
Average aid coverage
77%
$64,696 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at California Institute of Technology pays approximately $18,902 per year after grants and aid. This is below the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is California Institute of Technology?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
California Institute of Technology net price
$18,902
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
California Institute of Technology Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $63,255 and average net price at $18,902. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$63,255
Current net price
$18,902
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
93.16%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$128,566
Undergraduates
1,023
10-Year Median Earnings - California Institute of Technology vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
California Institute of Technology graduates earn about 2.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends California Institute of Technology?
Undergraduates
1,023
Completion rate
93.16%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
14.87%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
3.56%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 14.87% of California Institute of Technology students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 3.56% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at California Institute of Technology
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use California Institute of Technology's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
California Institute of Technology lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
California Institute of Technology is listed at 1200 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91125. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare California Institute of Technology with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
| Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health | Not available | Not available | Not available | $115,318 |
Similar Schools in Pasadena
This local cluster focuses on nearby Pasadena schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Pasadena.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?
California Institute of Technology's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 3.14%.
How much is California Institute of Technology tuition?
California Institute of Technology's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $63,255.
What is California Institute of Technology's average net price?
California Institute of Technology's average net price in the local dataset is $18,902.
What does California Institute of Technology cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $1,667 for California Institute of Technology students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is California Institute of Technology's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $128,566 for California Institute of Technology.
Is California Institute of Technology accredited?
California Institute of Technology's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend California Institute of Technology?
The local dataset lists 1,023 undergraduate students at California Institute of Technology.
What percentage of California Institute of Technology students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for California Institute of Technology in the local dataset is 14.87%.
What is the federal loan rate at California Institute of Technology?
The federal loan rate for California Institute of Technology in the local dataset is 3.56%.
Where should I verify California Institute of Technology data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with California Institute of Technology or the latest official federal education data.