by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Caltech degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the Caltech annual value report below.
California Institute of Technology is ranked #2,194 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe California Institute of Technology is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
On average, a bachelor's degree from Caltech will cost you about $220,286. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $53,081 and a typical 4.15 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $53,081 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.15 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $220,286 |
Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average Caltech net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on Caltech cost.
The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Caltech.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $322,530 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $220,286 | #2,194 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $152,122 | #1,072 | C |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $322,530 | # | F |
| All Students | $220,286 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $152,122 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of California.
About 74% of Caltech students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Caltech financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by calculating average Caltech cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
