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Fall Fly-in Program: Caltech Up Close

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Are you a high-achieving student who is interested in pursuing the STEM fields in your undergraduate career?

Are you a rising high school senior attending school in the U.S.?

If your answer is yes to these questions, create an account and apply to experience Caltech Up Close (CUC)! Through Caltech Up Close, selected participants will interact with current students, faculty, and staff through informational sessions, meaningful conversations, and fun social gatherings on- and off-campus.

The deadline to apply for CUC 2024 has passed. Check back in spring 2025 for the application to CUC 2025.

Note: The application process will require applicants to submit unofficial high school transcripts.

Caltech Up Close 2024 is open to all students graduating from a U.S. high school in 2025. The program is designed for students of exceptional promise and will focus on the experiences of students from historically underserved backgrounds in STEM. This year's program will take place October 12 - 15, 2024 and, during the all-expense paid visit, selected participants will have exclusive opportunities to:

  • Explore Caltech's 124-acre campus.
  • Connect with campus community members, including faculty and current students.
  • Discover undergrad academics, research and internships, as well as student life.
  • Analyze application tips and requirements.
  • Grasp admissions and financial aid processes.
  • Experience a glimpse of life in Southern California.

Caltech Up Close is a program hosted by Caltech's Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Contact us with any questions you may have at [email protected].