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Founded1891
Students2k+
Per yearRs 76 lakh–Rs 1.9 crore
Apply viaCommon App
TypePrivate
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California Institute of Technology in 30 seconds
How hardExtremely competitiveDetails- Cost a yearRs 76 lakh – Rs 1.9 croreDetails
- How to applyCommon AppDetails
FundingGraduate fellowships & assistantships, Fulbright (master’s & PhD)Details
VisaF-1 student visaDetails
Work while studyingOn-campus work in term; OPT after study (longer for STEM)
A very small, intensely research-focused science and engineering institute.
How competitive is it?
Extremely competitive
Top grades, strong references, standout essays and often an interview.
TeamOnline’s estimate from reputation and the profiles we see admitted.
Known for
What It Costs
Tuition, living and the total in rupees.
Tuition a year
$15,000 – $45,000 / year
Living
$1,000 – $1,800 / month
Per year, in rupees
Rs 76 lakh – Rs 1.9 crore
Typical ranges for the USA; California Institute of Technology’s fees vary by course and private US universities are usually at the top of the range, though many give generous aid. Rupee figures are rough, at about Rs 280 per US dollar.
How To Apply
Route, timeline and the next deadlines.
Route: Apply to each graduate school directly: statement of purpose, recommendations, GRE/GMAT where required. Most deadlines fall between December and February; funded PhDs earliest.
- 12–15 months beforeShortlist, GRE/IELTS and refereesStep 1
- 9–12 monthsSOP, CV and research proposalStep 2
- 6–10 monthsApply (scholarship rounds first)Step 3
- 3–6 monthsOffers, funding and acceptanceStep 4
- 1–3 monthsVisa and travelStep 5
Upcoming deadlines in the USA
Full timeline →
Fulbright Scholar Program 2027 (faculty & researchers)28 Oct 2026 · scholarship21 days- Fulbright Scholar Program (faculty & researchers)Usually October · scholarship~23 days
- US Early Decision / Early Action (fall 2027)1 Nov 2026 · admissions25 days
- Global UGRAD PakistanUsually November · scholarship~53 days
- AAUW International FellowshipsUsually November · scholarship~53 days
Scholarships To Look At
Awards Pakistani students use here.
Your F-1 student visa
Demanding: The interview decides it: you must show funds, purpose and ties to Pakistan.
- 1I-20 from your universityIssued once you prove funds for the first year.
- 2SEVIS feePay the I-901 SEVIS fee online.
- 3DS-160 formComplete the online visa form and pay the fee.
- 4Book the interviewAt the US Embassy in Islamabad or the Consulate in Karachi. Wait times vary, so book early.
- 5InterviewShort and direct: why this course, how you will pay, what you will do after.
- 6Passport and travelYou can enter up to 30 days before your programme starts.
Watch out: Interviews are short. Students who cannot explain their funding or plans clearly in two sentences are often refused.
How We Help You Get In
01Honest shortlist
Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.
02Applications that stand out
SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.
03Visa file done right
Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.
04Ready to fly
Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.
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California Institute of Technology: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students apply to California Institute of Technology?
Yes. International students usually apply through Common App, then need a F-1 student visa. TeamOnline helps with the shortlist, documents, essays and visa.
02How hard is it to get into California Institute of Technology?
Extremely competitive. Top grades, strong references, standout essays and often an interview.
03How much does it cost to study at California Institute of Technology?
Tuition in the USA is typically $15,000 – $45,000 / year, with living costs of $1,000 – $1,800 / month. That is roughly Rs 76 lakh to Rs 1.9 crore a year in total. Scholarships can cover much or all of it.
04Where is California Institute of Technology?
California Institute of Technology is in Pasadena, CA, USA.
05What is California Institute of Technology known for?
California Institute of Technology is especially known for physics, engineering, space science.
06What scholarships can I use at California Institute of Technology?
Options include Graduate fellowships & assistantships, Fulbright (master’s & PhD). Eligibility changes every year, so check the official pages or ask a counsellor.
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