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Accepted to California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

A deep dive into a successful Caltech application focused on physics research and a pure passion for scientific discovery.

Applicant Profile
GPA
4.0 Unweighted
SAT
1600 Perfect Score
ACT
36
Rank
Valedictorian
School Type:Public Magnet School
Demographics:Domestic Applicant
Key Extracurriculars
  • Physics Research InternWorked at a local university lab on dark matter detection simulations. Co-authored a paper published in a undergraduate journal.
  • Science Fair National WinnerGold Medalist at ISEF for project on quantum entanglement.
  • Coding Club PresidentTaught Python and C++ to 30+ members. Hosted school-wide hackathon.

Application Essays

Tech/STEM Interest Essay

Prompt: Describe a time you were excited about learning something new in STEM.

The moment I understood the implications of Bell's Theorem, my world shifted. It wasn't just math; it was philosophy written in the language of the universe...

Interview Experience

Very technical. The interviewer asked me to explain my research in detail and even asked a few physics problems.

What Worked

Demonstrating deep, specialized knowledge. Caltech values depth over breadth.

Eligio Analysis
88%
Overall Match
Academic Fit99%
Financial Fit75%
ROI Score96%
$68,000/yr
Est. Budget
Very High
Career Outlook
Pro Tips for California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
  • "Demonstrate a deep, unfeigned passion for STEM."

  • "Highlight your research experiences in detail."

  • "Show your collaboration skills; science is a team sport."