Non-STEM Portfolio
What is a Portfolio?
Creativity and initiative are two important factors when you are looking to address societal problems with science. This starts at home in your own space. Have you built a device to close your door at night when you're already in bed? Are you a figure skater and currently working on your triple axel? Do you keep a notebook on you to write down math equations that pop in your head throughout the day? A Portfolio is one way to showcase to the admissions committee the personal projects, creations, and outlets you have in your everyday life.
A Portfolio is not a required part of your application to Caltech. It is simply an option for you to showcase your own personal outlets when it comes to all the ideas and passions you explore. Submitting your portfolio is as simple as taking out your cell phone and taking a few pictures of your projects, creations, and ideas and submitting them. More information on the Non-STEM Portfolio can be found on this page.
Non-STEM Portfolio
Techers come to Caltech as people with layers, interests, and complex ideas. Outside of the lab, Techers are exploring a multitude of interests in the world. Whether it is dance, Pokemon card collecting, competitive cubing, or even just doodling in your notebook, the admissions committee will review your application holistically. Your everyday life is important and the admissions committee wants to understand the different facets of who you are. Examples of materials you can submit to your Non-STEM Portfolio include (but are not limited to):
- Drawings, Paintings, Sculptures, or any other art piece
- Videos of you singing, dancing, or playing an instrument
- Theater Performances on or off stage
- Vlogs, Video Diaries, or Blog Posts
- Photography
- Creative writings, poems, or short stories
- Cake Decorating and Baking
- Any other important passion!
