California Institute of Technology campus
Pasadena, United States
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California Institute of Technology

Pasadena·university
Scholarship available

#10

QS Rank

$60,000

Tuition/yr

3,873

Enrollment

About California Institute of Technology

Caltech is an elite research institution with world-renowned programs in engineering, physics, and science. Located in Pasadena, California, Caltech is known for rigorous academics and exceptional research opportunities. The university maintains one of the lowest student-to-faculty ratios globally, ensuring personalized education. Caltech's location in the Los Angeles area provides access to aerospace, technology, and entertainment industries. The university emphasizes research involvement and offers exceptional laboratory facilities. Caltech graduates become renowned scientists, engineers, and researchers at leading institutions worldwide.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#10
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#1
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#4
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#9

Campus & Location

Province

CA

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,500–2,500/mo | Food: USD 450–680/mo | LA suburb near Caltech/JPL; lower cost than downtown LA with access to LA job market.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Programs(2)

PhD — Electrical Engineering

Engineering & Applied Science

Engineering
PhD< $20k/yr5 yrIELTS 7+GPA 3.7+fallPGWP

Master of Science — Computer Science

Computing & Mathematical Sciences

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$60k/yr2 yrIELTS 7+GPA 3.7+fallPGWP

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Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://www.caltech.edu. Information may change — verify with California Institute of Technology’s official website before applying.