New Domestic Applicants - Early Action
The table below shows the name and deadline of every form that you need to apply for financial aid. Use this table if you are a US Citizen or permanent resident applying to Caltech for admission as a first-year for entry in fall 2022. Click on each form's name for more specific instructions.
If you just want to apply for federal financial aid, you only need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If we need more information to complete your application, we will contact you.
Priority Deadline: January 7, 2022
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Early Action Deadline | Forms (click for directions) |
Nov. 30, 2021 | FAFSA |
Jan. 7, 2022 Submit after admissions decision |
CSS Profile Noncustodial Parent's CSS Profile (if applicable) |
Jan. 7, 2022 Submit to IDOC after admissions decision |
Caltech Supplemental Application |
Mar. 2, 2022 |
Cal Grant GPA Verification 1 |
Jul. 15, 2022 Complete after matriculation |
Caltech Scholarship Data Form |
1 Residents of California only