Master of Science in Space Engineering 

at Caltech, Pasadena

Yes, the Caltech acceptance rate stands at 3%. while the Massachusetts Institute of Technology acceptance rate is 4.52% giving students a marginally better chance of admission.

International students can apply to the university of their choice.

Caltech is not an Ivy League school but it tends to enjoy a similar reputation and social status.

GRE is not highly required for caltech but however it is in certain courses. The University has termed GRE into three segements that is R for required, O for optional and SR for strongry required. Students must read all the requirements of the courses to avoid the last minutre confusion and hassle.

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Note: To check out which subjects require GRE, applicants must check the admission highlights and click on the GRE pdf caltech . 

CalTech is not only among the top 10 colleges & universities in the US, the institute also forms part of the best higher educational institutions on a global scale.

As per QS World University Rankings 2026 given by a major university ranking publication, CalTech ranks #10 among all colleges & universities, worldwide.

As far as national level rankings go, the institute secures a rank #7 as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings.

The Tution fees for international students at the California Institute of Technology can vary depending on the main factors such as course, level of study  (UG and PG) . However, International students considering this university could be a little higher than compared to US citizens. Check the table listed below for California Institute of Technology annual tuition fees for UG and PG programs- 

The university does not conduct an entrance exam of its own; however, it does consider valid scores in the SAT or ACT for admission to undergraduate courses. 

Students seeking admission to STEM courses are required to have completed their secondary school studies in the relevant fields. 

Source: California Institute of Technology Official Website

On average, a student spends approximately INR 93,000 in a month to fulfil living costs in USA. The cost of living in USA is 224.3% higher than the cost of living in India also the rent in USA is 769.9% higher than in India. Thus, it is natural that the cost of living in the USA is very high for an Indian student. The table given below specifies the estimated student cost of living in the USA that is based on different expenses.

Caltech tuition cost can vary from one program to another. California Institute of Technology tuition fees for international UG students ranges from INR 57.08 L - 59.22 L. The tuition fees for PG students at the Caltech is around INR 47.38 L - 59.22 L.

Students seeking admissions to UG & PG degree courses that require more than 18 hours of study per week, need a F1 student visa for the same.

To apply for a F1 student visa, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Ask for an I-20 form from your institute in the US
• Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee before you start your application
• Apply for a DS-160 student visa form
• Print the application & bring the same to your interview 
• Use NEFT or authorised Citi/AXIS bank cards
• Book a slot for biometric & immigration interview appointment
• Get your fingerprints scanned & a photo clicked as part of the biometric process
• As part of the Immigration interview, answer all questions honestly & confidently 
• Wait for an official response 
• After some time, you'll be granted a F-1 visa to the USA 

Yes, Caltech provides all-round support to all its international students, as part of its International Student Program (ISP). 

The Caltech ISP program provides guidance on visa acquirement, employment authorization, travel guidance, visa delay assistance, community building & support with taxes in the US among other things.

International students can contact university officials via its official website for the same.