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Caltech Acceptance Rate: Students Admitted to Class of 2028
04/01/2023•7 minute read
California Institute of Technology has completed admissions offers for the Class of 2028, admitting 315 students. Last year (Class of 2027) only 412 applicants received offers, so everyone is eagerly awaiting announcements from Caltech with more admissions statistics for its new first-year class. As for Caltech's acceptance rate, when last reported — for the Class of 2027 — it had dropped to a rather mind-blowing low of 3.14%. Stay engaged and watch for our updates on Caltech acceptance numbers, to be posted as soon as more stats are available.
Caltech’s Acceptance Rate and Admission Stats for the Class of 2028
In March, the California Institute of Technology announced that it had offered admission, including individuals from early acceptance, to 315 students for the Class of 2028. Caltech has not released the total number of applications received for the Class of 2028. Based on figures from the previous three years, it seems realistic to project that the acceptance rate for the Class of 2028 is as low as ever, hovering between 2.3% and 3.3%, as an estimate.
Caltech Class of 2028 Acceptance Rates
| Class of 2025 | Class of 2026 | Class of 2027 | Class of 2028 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total First-Year Applications | 13,026 | 16,626 | 13,134 | NA |
| Admitted Applicants | 510 | 448 | 412 | 315 |
| Overall Admission Rate | 3.9% | 2.69% | 3.14% | NA |
Caltech’s Acceptance Rate and Admission Stats for the Class of 2027
On March 11th, the California Institute of Technology announced that it had offered admission, including individuals from early acceptance, to 412 students for the Class of 2027. Caltech has not released the total number of applications received for the Class of 2027.
Student Profile for Caltech Class of 2027
Caltech's admitted class of students is a highly diverse and inclusive group, comprising individuals from 39 US states, the District of Columbia, Guam, 31 countries, and six continents (excluding Antarctica). The class includes 44% female students (based on sex assigned at birth), with a number of trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming students also represented. Furthermore, 64% of the admitted class identifies as students of color, and 17% are first-generation college students.
The admitted students attended a total of 356 high schools, with 64% of them coming from public high schools. Additionally, 7% of admitted students hail from small towns and rural communities.
“Composing the group of students who are given the opportunity to join our campus community as first-year undergraduates each fall remains one of the most important roles of our faculty.”
- Professor of Environmental Microbiology Jared R. Leadbetter
All About Caltech
California Institute of Technology (Caltech) is a private research university located in Pasadena, California. It was founded in 1891 and has a strong focus on science, engineering, and technology. Caltech is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world, and is renowned for its excellence in research and education.
Caltech has a small undergraduate student body, with a total enrollment of around 1,000 students. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including degrees in astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, geology, mathematics, and physics.
The faculty at Caltech are highly accomplished and include several Nobel laureates and MacArthur fellows. The university has a strong research focus, and its research programs cover a broad range of topics, including space exploration, nanotechnology, biology, and environmental science.
Caltech also has a number of research partnerships with other institutions, including NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which is located adjacent to the Caltech campus.
Top Majors at Caltech
Caltech is primarily focused on science, engineering, and technology, and offers a wide range of majors in these fields. Here are some of the top majors at Caltech:
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
Caltech's majors are designed to provide students with a strong foundation in their chosen fields, as well as opportunities to pursue independent research and collaborate with faculty and peers. The university's programs are known for producing graduates who go on to make significant contributions to their fields and who are highly sought after by employers in a variety of industries.
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How Crimson Education Can Help You Get Into Caltech and Other Top Ranking Colleges
According to US News, Caltech is ranked as the 9th best college in National Universities. Most college admissions experts agree that the number of students applying to top universities will continue to grow, especially if schools continue making standardized testing optional.
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- More than 200 early admits to the US Top 50 universities
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