Can Caltech Make New Entrance Standards Work?

In 2024, Caltech will allow an alternative system for high school students to meet rigorous science and math entrance standards, such as taking online courses.

A student works with a math tutor in Laguna Niguel, Calif., on May 12, 2021. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

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Caltech is one of the world’s premier scientific and technical institutes. Its full name is the California Institute of Technology. Starting with fall 2024 applicants, it’s going to allow an alternative system for high school students to meet its rigorous science and math entrance standards, such as taking Khan Academy courses.