If you're interested in pursuing graduate study in Astronomy or Astrophysics at CIT, here is some useful information. Please note that the actual application process is handled by the CIT Graduate Admissions Office, NOT by the astronomy department -- your application should be sent to them, and they forward all received materials to the Astronomy Admissions Committee. Any specific questions about the department's doctoral program, however, can be answered by us. If you don't find answers to your questions in the FAQ below, you can ask the Chair of the Graduate Admissions Committee for the Astronomy Department.

The CIT Graduate Admissions Office
    Their home page    -    Application forms

Astronomy specifics
    A letter from the Admissions Chair    -    True tales of student research

The FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) list
    Why should I apply to Caltech Astronomy?    -    How do I finance my graduate education?    -    Should I apply in Astronomy, Physics, or Planetary Science?    -    What should I have studied before coming to Caltech?    -    What factors are important in my application?    -    What are my prospects for finishing and getting a job?    -    What will be my relations with faculty at Caltech?    -    What about the quality of life in and around Caltech?


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