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The discussion centers on a Moroccan student with an engineering background seeking to pursue a PhD at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), specifically in civil engineering or fluid dynamics. The student is looking for detailed information about research opportunities at Caltech and the likelihood of acceptance as an international student. There is mention of financial support for PhD students, with uncertainty about its applicability to international applicants. Participants in the discussion suggest visiting Caltech's graduate office website for more information, although the student expresses that the available resources do not adequately address their specific situation.
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Hi,
I'm a student from Morocco, I have an engineering degree from Morocco, and a Master's Degree from France (Civil engineering).
I want to continue my studies in the USA, in order to get a PHD,, and I’m particularly interested by California institute of technology.
So can you tell me more about this university and the research opportunities in my field (civil engineering or fluid dynamics), and do I have a chance of being accepted in Caltech?
Also, I read that PHD students have full financial support, but I'm not sure if that concerns international students?
Thank you for your answers.
 
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They do have a website where you can look up this kind of information.

http://www.gradoffice.caltech.edu/

I haven't looked through there fully, but I am sure there is enough info there to answer a few of your questions.

Good luck.
 
GregJ said:
They do have a website where you can look up this kind of information.

http://www.gradoffice.caltech.edu/

I haven't looked through there fully, but I am sure there is enough info there to answer a few of your questions.

Good luck.

Thank you for your quick answer.

Actually, I've visited their website, but the informations they have about international students aren't specific to my case.
 
But you have to admit that your posts are not particularly specific to your case, either.
 

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