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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
- Location
- Claremont, USA
Official website
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KECK GRADUATE INSTITUTE (KGI)
Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is a private graduate school located in Claremont, California. Founded in 1997 as the seventh member of the Claremont Colleges consortium, KGI specializes in graduate education at the intersection of life sciences, biotechnology, healthcare, pharmacy, and business. It offers master's and doctoral degree programs, as well as certificate programs, with a strong emphasis on applied learning, industry partnerships, and interdisciplinary training designed to prepare students for careers in the life-sciences sector. KGI operates on a small suburban campus in Claremont and shares many resources with the other Claremont Colleges. The institution is known for programs such as the Master of Bioscience, Doctor of Pharmacy, and various degrees in genetics, engineering, and healthcare management. Its close ties to biotechnology and healthcare industries provide students with opportunities for internships, team projects, and networking.
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Suburban campus in Claremont, California
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseIntimate Community
10/10
Diversity
8/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$26,402 avg starting salary
0% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 1/10
Popular fields
BioscienceBusiness and ScienceMedical Device EngineeringHuman Genetics and Genetic CounselingClinical and Regulatory AffairsApplied Life SciencesPharmacyBioprocessing
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Student Life
700 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Suburban campus in Claremont, California
Location: Claremont, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 7
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 7
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school