Below are the key facts about this program at Caltech. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
The following degree levels are granted in biological & biomedical sciences at Caltech, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 12 |
| Master’s | 4 |
| Doctoral | 22 |
The biological & biomedical sciences field at Caltech covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology, General | 18 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | 11 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | 7 |
| Genetics | 1 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, California Institute of Technology conferred 12 bachelor’s degrees in biological & biomedical sciences.
Caltech has not been ranked for biological & biomedical sciences at the bachelor’s level.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,364 | $63,402 |
| Fees | $2,496 | $2,496 |
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Among recent graduates, 33% of biological & biomedical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.
The largest share of biological & biomedical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Caltech were Asian. About 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s in biological & biomedical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Caltech. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Biological & Biomedical Sciences | 4 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Biological & Biomedical Sciences | 22 |