Academics
- Graduation Rate94%
- Majors Available39
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio3:1
- Retention Rate98%
AP Credit Policy
Caltech encourages all prospective undergraduate applicants to prepare by challenging themselves with the most rigorous course of study available, including the Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. However, college credit for AP or IB classes is not automatic. Course credit and/or placement in an accelerated program is sometimes granted as deemed appropriate by the department faculty. The awarding of Caltech course credit takes place at the time of registration each fall.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's, Master's, Certificate, and Doctoral
- No majors found
Need Help Choosing a Major?
Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.
Special Academics Program
- Cross-Registration
- Double Major
- English as a Second Language
- Independent Study
- ROTC, Air Force
- ROTC, Army
- Student-Designed Major
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Visiting/Exchange Student Program
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