I am probably too biased to write an objective rev...

I am probably too biased to write an objective review because I got my PhD here, but I believe that Caltech is the most prestigious school of any type in the country. It is not the biggest or best funded, but it unquestionably has the smartest students, judging by average SAT math scores, from which you can extrapolate IQ. Uninformed criticisms notwithstanding, Caltech also has an extremely dedicated faculty. Most Caltechies are a bit too liberal for my tastes, but overall this is the go-to school for the best of the best.