California Institute of Technology

Created By: autumnetry
Last Modified: 07/01/06
Summary: I'm making Jetpaks for colleges and universities I think are worth a look, with a focus on their computer science departments. This one is for Caltech.Link: USNews.com Profile
Summary: Ranked #7 in National Universities.
Link: Admissions
Summary: The admissions process at Caltech.
Taken from Princeton Review
| Campus Computer Information | |
| Campus-wide network: | Yes |
| # of computer labs/classrooms: | 8 |
| # instituionally owned computers and workstations for students: | 14 |
| Network access in dorm rooms: | Yes |
| Network access in dorm lounges: | Yes |
| Wireless campus network: | Yes |
| Email and web access available through campus network: | Yes |
| Fee for network use: | No |
| Student web pages permitted: | Yes |
| Student web pages provided: | No |
From:
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/research/profiles/campuslife.asp?listing=1023684<id=1&intbucketid=Taken from CollegeBoard
Computer Services
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112 work stations, available in:
- dorms
- libraries
- computer centers
- Dorms Wired for Access to Campus-Wide Network
- Email Accounts Provided to All Students
- Online Course Registration for Freshmen
- Commuter/Off-Campus Students Can Connect to Campus Network
- Computer Repair Service Available On Campus
- Computer Helpline Available
- Dorms Wired for High Speed Internet Connections
- Online Library
- Discounted Computer Software for Sale
- Discounted Computer Hardware for Sale
- Student Web Hosting
- Wireless Network
From:
http://apps.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=4214&profileId=3Link: Computer Science
Summary: The CS department website at Caltech.
Personal Comments
You need really high SAT math scores to get in. o_O They have some bad Princeton Review rankings: class discussions rare, professors get low marks, and it's the #6 toughest to get into. There is a huge inbalance of females and males. I'm thinking this school is not for me.
Link: Admissions
Summary: Undergraduate admissions at Caltech.
School Statement
One of the most highly regarded science and engineering institutions in
the world, the California Institute of Technology is home to some of
the brightest students and faculty, who share the mission of
investigating "the most challenging fundamental problems in science and
technology. " A small but focused institution, Caltech provides one of
the best student-to-faculty ratios (3: 1) and has long promoted
interdisciplinary research, both of which make possible exceptional
research opportunities for undergraduates. Its faculty and alumni have
received 31 Nobel Prizes. For students with a passion for science and
engineering, Caltech offers the consummate learning experience. A
beautiful campus, nestled in the heart of Pasadena, enjoying a
year-round pleasant Southern California climate, Caltech also operates
outstanding off-campus facilities including Jet Propulsion Laboratory
(JPL) and the Palomar and Keck Observatories.
From:
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/directory/brief/drmiss_1131_brief.phpWhat Caltech Students Say...
Techers may debate whether they are technically geeks or nerds, but
nearly all agree that theirs is a truly odd lot. Reports one from the
"geek" camp: "The typical student here is a geek. I'm a geek. You're
probably a geek too, if you're considering Tech. Of course, the list of
things we do in our 'spare time' is diverse. You get geeks who play
musical instruments, geeks who play sports, geeks who drink beer and
smoke pot, and geeks who run around in winged monkey suits saying
'Whee!' (I kid you not), but we're all geeks." Within these parameters,
"There are a lot people here who are interested in art, music, or
literature, philosophy, history, and all manner of supposed
humanities." As at most tech schools, "The guy-to-girl ratio is
ridiculous. It creates an environment where guys can turn into
infatuated/stalker types for a girl that would never get a second
glance at her high school."
From:
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/research/profiles/studentsSay.asp?listing=1023684<id=1&intbucketid=&category=2Link: Wikipedia Article
Summary: Information about Caltech in Wikipedia.
Link: Princeton Review Profile
Summary: More basic information about Caltech.
Link: CollegeBoard Profile
Summary: Basic information and statistics about Caltech.
Link: Caltech.edu
Summary: The official website.



