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Atul Mishra

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No, Caltech does not give any merit-scholarships. But, it does grants financial aid to international students. To get financial aid, international students can apply as an incoming first-year. As a first-year undergraduate international student, one can receive financial aid only when he / she completes the financial aid application and has the genuine financial need to study.

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sneha

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 The application fee for MS course is USD 100 for international students. 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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sneha

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The cost of attending the California Institute of Technology can vary depending on the main factors such as accommodation status and individual lifestyle. However, International students considering this university could be a little higher than compared to US  citizens. The MS course first year tuition fees is from INR 45-57 L. 

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sneha

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Below are the requirements for indians to get into caltech:

  • Transcripts of your degree

  • A minimum score of 7.5 and above in IELTS

  • SOP ( Things you need to know about  SOP)

  • LOR ( letter of recommendation)

  • Creative Portfolio

  • CV or resume

  • Work experince

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sneha

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The California Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of  6.7% for MS course . The university Admission process involves a thorough evaluation process, which means only four students are selected out of 100 applicants. This indicates Caltech is a very selective institution. Since its highly selective in admissions, students must have good scores. Caltech reviews the applicant's performance in school, any test scores that have been submitted, writing skills, and personal qualities like leadership, community involvement, etc.

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sneha

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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.

Want to score good in GRE? Check out GRE preparation tips 

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

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sneha

Contributor-Level 10

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.

Want to score good in GRE? Check out GRE preparation tips 

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

 

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sneha

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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. The UG programme Academic tuition fee for international students is around  ( INR 54.1 L - 56.1 L ) per annum, depending on the course. It's  (INR 44.9 L - 56.1 L) for PG courses.

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Shantanu Kharche

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Caltech (California Institute of Technology) does not require the GRE (Graduate Record Examination) for most of its graduate programs. However, it's important to note that admission requirements can change over time, and it's always best to verify the most up-to-date information directly from Caltech's official website or by contacting their admissions office. 

While the GRE may not be required, Caltech's graduate programs are highly competitive, and applicants are expected to have a strong academic background, excellent letters of recommendation, a compelling statement of purpose, and relevant research experience. Each programme m

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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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