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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Pasadena, CA. Operating on a semester system.
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Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
4
Housing Buildings
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Life in Pasadena for California Institute of Technology Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Pasadena.
Timezone
Pacific Time (PT)
Median Rent
$2,500
Cost of Living Index
170
Student Population
30,000
City Transportation
Walkability
67
Bikeability
64
Public Transit
LA Metro A Line (light rail), Foothill Transit, Pasadena Transit
Nearest Airports
Hollywood Burbank Airport, Los Angeles International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Mediterranean (Csa/Csb)
Avg Annual Temp
65°F
Avg Snowfall
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Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Caltech Library (Sherman Fairchild Library)
Monday–Friday: 8:00am–10:00pm; Saturday–Sunday: 10:00am–6:00pm
Athletics, Recreation & Fitness Facilities (Braun Gym, Brown Gym, Pool, Fitness Center)
Monday–Friday: 6:00am–10:00pm; Saturday–Sunday: 8:00am–8:00pm
Ginsburg Center (Student Center)
Closed for construction; reopening date TBD
Caltech Facilities Service Center
Monday–Friday: 7:00am–3:30pm
Mail Services
Monday–Friday: 8:00am–4:00pm
Parking & Commuter Services
Monday–Friday: 8:00am–5:00pm
Parking and Transit
Parking option 1
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Campus News
Latest updates from California Institute of Technology
Caltech Timely Warning – Motor Vehicle and Bike Thefts
Caltech Campus Security has issued a timely warning regarding recent motor vehicle and bike thefts on or near campus. Community members are advised to secure their vehicles and bicycles, remain vigilant, and report any suspicious activity to Campus Security immediately.
Earthquake Preparedness Advisory – Great ShakeOut Drill
Caltech participated in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill on October 16, 2025. This annual drill is a reminder to review personal and departmental emergency plans, update go-bags, and ensure readiness for potential seismic events.
Caltech Launches New Biopolicy Initiative
The Ronald and Maxine Linde Center for Science, Society, and Policy (LCSSP) at Caltech has launched a new Biopolicy Initiative.
Oct 14, 2025
AI+Science Conference 2025 Announced at Caltech
Caltech and the University of Chicago will co-host the AI+Science Conference 2025 in Pasadena on November 10–11.
Oct 13, 2025
Safety Tips for Vehicle and Bike Security
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Upcoming Events
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LCSSP Conference | Protecting the Election
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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at California Institute of Technology
First-year students are required to live on campus.
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Campus housing
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@caltech.edu
Current Term: Spring Term 2026
Start: March 30, 2026
End: June 12, 2026
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