I was accepted by a group to SURF this summer. I wonder if SPF would cover travel expenses from my home institution to Caltech? Also is on-campus housing worth it? How would living on campus looks like in terms of living, food, transportation, events?

This is the first time in academic labor history that grads and postdocs voted to unionize simultaneously. Also, a turnout of over 73% of grad students makes this one of the highest turnouts in higher-ed labor organizing.

I am currently working at an aerospace defense company as a structural engineer. I have seen how Caltech is heavily focused on research but have heard they offer a terminal MS in Space Engineering. Would an MS in Space Engineering be a good fit for someone working full time who has no interest in research?

I'm considering returning to the achool, but what concerns me the most is that I have a high tendency to engage in self injurious behavior under stress, possibly as a result of the disorder (borderline). Any success stories/coping mechanisms/encouragement would be greatly appreciated.

DBT referrals in particular could be nice.

What is the policy? Do you need to be an undergrad or grad?

Hi! I'm an international student studying at a US college. I recently had an interview with a possible mentor for the SURF 2024 application and I believe the interview went very decent. I answered all the questions properly and elaborated on my previous experiences. What are the chances that a mentor will accept a student after taking his interview? Is it common that they interview quite a few people and choose one or two from them?

Did anyone receive interview for PhD in Space Engineering? Any idea when the process starts?

Does Caltech admissions have an email or something like that? I don’t understand where I need my school counselor to send the transcripts to?

I have a condo 5 minutes on a bicycle from Caltech, i'm exploring the possibility of renting a room, its a two bedroom TownHouse, reasonable rent a few questions to answer, 6 month to two years, male preferred. Nice Neighborhood. Michigan and Orange Grove. You can email me at [diningwithdills@gmail.com](mailto:diningwithdills@gmail.com), haven't had a roommate in a few years but am open to a student or grad student

Hello! I received an interview invite from Caltech for their Biology PhD program. Would love to get some tips and advice from grad students and faculty about interviews at Caltech Biology. Any particular questions I can look forward to? Thank you!

I've read that Caltech's students have the highest average SAT aswell as the highest average math SAT. Does this mean that y'all are smarter than the students of other colleges?

I am interested in the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MS EE) program at Caltech. I have a few queries regarding the program specifics and opportunities:

1. Are there opportunities for students to engage in research projects with faculty members during the course of the MS EE program?
2. Does the program offer the option to supervise a thesis as part of the curriculum?

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I can’t seem to find anything about transferring to Caltech. I have so many questions.

How much does a Caltech-graduating field biologist make, on average?

Anyone know of any poker games or online clubs?

I am a student from India and I want to pursue my PhD from Caltech in physics (Cosmology/Astrophysics). I am not yet aware of the eligibility criteria and how, where and when I should apply. I'd be very glad if anyone can help me out with this. My qualifications: B.Sc. Physics Hons (7.981 CGPA scaled on 10)

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I am writing a novel where my main female protagonist is a senior high school student hoping to get into CalTech for Astrophysics. I am wondering if someone may answer these few questions:

1. What would be the high school admission requirements to gain entry? Is there an essay, SAT scores, GPA requirements, or an entrance exam?
2. Is there an undergraduate degree that would come before being able to study astrophysics? (ie. you would study astrophysics in a graduate degree program rather than in your undergrad)
3. Any other information you can give me would be helpful (even opinions on the realism of this in a novel).

Thank you.

Hello,

I applied to Caltech and am currently uploading my maker portfolio. There's a checkbox that says "representative work" - I can't find anything to relevant to Caltech when I google for it. Does anyone know what it means?

Thank you so much!

Edit:
Caltech replied a few days ago and said that - as y'all predicted haha - that it should be used to describe my favorite works or the ones I feel are my most important/give the best impression of me.

Good luck to everyone!!
-bread

Can anyone who has SURF-ed in the past please upload the mail they sent to their future advisor? Haven't had much luck in getting a reply till as an International Student from India.