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Illinois Institute of Technology

Located in the great global city of Chicago, Illinois Tech is a top-tier, nationally ranked, private research university with programs in engineering, computer science, architecture, design, science, business, human sciences, and law. As Chicago’s only comprehensive tech-focused university, Illinois Tech offers bachelor of science, master of science, professional master’s, and Ph.D. degrees, as well as certificates, in in-demand STEM fields and other areas of innovation. Options include in-person, hybrid, and online courses. Undergraduate students can take part in dual-degree and pre-med/pre-health programs, as well as Illinois Tech’s Accelerated Master’s Program, which allows them to receive both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in as few as five years, while retaining their undergraduate tuition.

 

One of America’s most beautiful college campuses

Located in the great global city of Chicago, Illinois Tech is a top-tier, nationally ranked, private research university with programs in engineering, computer science, architecture, design, science, business, human sciences, and law. As Chicago’s only comprehensive tech-focused university, Illinois Tech offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, professional master’s, and Ph.D. degrees, as well as certificates in in-demand STEM fields and other areas of innovation. Options include in-person, hybrid, and online courses. Undergraduate students can take part in dual-degree and pre-med/pre-health programs, as well as Illinois Tech’s Accelerated Master’s Program, which allows them to receive both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in as few as five years, while retaining their undergraduate tuition.

Talented students from throughout the world choose to study at Illinois Tech because of its access to real-world opportunities, renowned academic programs, high value, and the salaries and career prospects of its graduates. For students interested in entrepreneurship, the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship offers state-of-the-art maker spaces, rapid-prototyping facilities, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs. 

Students enjoy the benefits of studying and living on a historic campus just minutes from downtown Chicago, which offers abundant networking, internship, and career opportunities across a wide range of industries. Less than a mile from Lake Michigan’s stunning beaches, Illinois Tech’s Mies Campus has been acclaimed as “one of America’s most beautiful college campuses.” Housing options include acclaimed, newly renovated residence halls designed by world-renowned architects, including Helmut Jahn and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Illinois Tech students come from more than 106 countries and all 50 states. At Illinois Tech they can participate in more than 170 student organizations, which range from professional societies to Greek organizations to associations that represent people from a multitude of backgrounds, countries, and cultures. The university also has 17 competitive collegiate athletics teams in addition to intramural sports, including soccer, cricket, and badminton.


 

Elevate Your Education

At Illinois Tech, we’re focused on empowering our students to become innovators and leaders through advanced technical education and impactful hands-on experiences that ensure that they graduate with the twenty-first century skills needed to launch a great career. Our one-of-a-kind Elevate program guarantees that our students take part in outside-the-classroom experiences such as internships, research, study away, and competitions. It also provides personalized academic and career mentorship, all in pursuit of ensuring that our students graduate career ready.


Nationally Ranked

Illinois Tech is among the best values in higher education in the United States, ranked #44 among the Best Value Universities (1U.S. News & World Report1, 2023) and #1 in Illinois and #32 in the U.S. among private colleges for 20-year net return on investment after financial aid (PayScale). Our students receive much more than just a highly relevant, comprehensive tech-focused education, too: Illinois Tech is ranked #32 in the nation for experiential learning (Forage). Students at Illinois Tech are also part of a diverse and welcoming campus environment, including ranking among the top 65 national universities with the highest campus ethnic diversity (2U.S. News & World Report).


Graduate Success

Our students graduate career-ready, and more than 91 percent of our undergraduate students and graduate students find employment, continue their education, or pursue other opportunities within six months of graduation. Our students also receive competitive salaries in their first job after graduation (among class of 2021 graduates): US$70,444 (undergraduate students) and US$78,633 (graduate students). Its alumni include the inventor of the cell phone, the pioneer of barcode technology, and the head scientist for Amazon Alexa, among other inventors, experts, and thought leaders.

Tuition

$5,000 - $25,000 Semester

Fast facts

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Affiliation

Private

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Top Programs

Architecture, Engineering, Intensive English as a Second Language

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Type of School

University/Intensive English Program



  • School Size

    Small
  • Student Body Gender

    Co-ed
  • Religious Affiliation

    No Affiliation
  • Scholarships for International Students

    Yes
  • Conditional Admission Available

    Yes
  • Setting

    City
  • Accreditation and Certification

    EnglishUSA Member, HLC, AACSB
  • Type of Housing

    Residence Hall, Dormitory

Chicago IL
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