How do you get into Caltech surf?

To be eligible for SURF, you must:

1. Be a continuing undergraduate student.
2. Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
3. Complete the third term at Caltech, or at another school under a program approved by a Dean.
4. Be eligible for fall term registration before beginning your SURF project and no later than July 1.

What is Caltech SURF program?

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) program is one of the “crown jewels” of Caltech. Since 1979, SURF students have had the opportunity to conduct research under the guidance of experienced mentors working at the frontier of their fields.

Does Caltech require ielts?

SAT Subject Tests were completely eliminated in January 2020. As of June 2020, Caltech added the Duolingo English Test as an accepted exam to demonstrate a student’s English language proficiency. We do not accept IELTS scores.

Does Caltech accept IB credit?

Academic Preparation Checklist Please note that we do not grant credit for AP, IB, A Level, Pre-U, or college courses taken prior to enrollment. Each student accepted to Caltech will take a math and physics placement exam prior to enrolling.

Can I get into Caltech without physics?

While not a concrete requirement, the Admissions Committee will prefer to see science classes – especially physics and chemistry – taken at the most advanced level offered by the school.

Is Caltech a polytechnic?

The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) is a private research university in Pasadena, California, US….California Institute of Technology.

Former names	Throop University (1891-1907) Throop Polytechnic Institute and Manual Training School (1907-1913) Throop College of Technology (1913-1920)
Website	www.caltech.edu

What math do you need for Caltech?

Mathematics Preparedness Mathematics is the bedrock of all coursework at Caltech. The mathematics foundation and starting point for incoming students is rigorously proof-based, abstract math. Overall, we acknowledge that most students are not interacting with proof-based math at the secondary/high school level.