The core program is the curriculum required of all freshmen and sophomores regardless of academic area of interest. No, Caltech does not offer a typical summer session. However, many students are involved with research projects in their Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships . Although Caltech does not conduct admission interviews, you can speak with Caltech alumni in your area. The Caltech student body numbers approximately 900 undergraduates and 1,100 graduate students.
Many Caltech students participate in summer research projects during the summer months.
See the Academic calendar and Undergraduate Research for more details. Reservations are not necessary. The address of the Visitor's Center is 315 South Hill Avenue. Following the tour, the guide will take you to the Information Session which is led by an admissions officer. A parking attendant will give you a temporary parking pass for the day.