Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Institute of Technology

Chicago, USA

"A private university in Chicago, Illinois"

Private University Comprehensive 🌐 www.iit.edu https://www.iit.edu

At a Glance

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Avg Salary/Yr —
Ranking #591 (QS)
PSW VISA 12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
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About Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Institute of Technology is a private university in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 1890. Its urban campus in Chicago puts students close to employers, internships and cultural life. Popular programmes include Engineering, Computer Science, Physics and Engineering. It is a research-active institution with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate options.

Rankings & Recognition

#591
QS World University Rankings 2026

Accreditations & Memberships

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Illinois Institute of Technology's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1890 Founded
Private university Type
Chicago City

Popular Programs

Engineering Computer Science Physics Data Science

Application Details

Application Route Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes Fall and Spring

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 82%
I-20 Processing I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work 12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway H-1B / employment-based

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship N/A

Career Outcomes

91% Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months) Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week Work While Study

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Academic Staff — Student-Staff Ratio — —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

Illinois Institute of Technology has an urban campus in Chicago, Illinois, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.

Campus Details

1 main campus
1890 founded

Campus Forecast

Humid: cold winters hot summers

Student Life & Housing

Housing

Residence halls plus apartments across the city

Dining

Campus dining plus many restaurants nearby

Health & Wellness

Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required

Activities & Clubs

Internships and city events Student clubs Cultural festivals

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented

Cost Deep-Dive

Annual Tuition 32,022 / year

Intakes & Deadlines

Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Illinois Institute of Technology international admissions pages for deadlines.

Scholarships at Illinois Institute of Technology

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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Competitive high-school record and English proof (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo). Prior study related to Engineering helps for that major.
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree with a good GPA, English proof and GRE / GMAT where required. For Engineering, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Academic transcripts English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo) Statement of purpose Recommendation letters Resume / CV Bank statement (proof of funds) Passport-size photo GRE / GMAT / SAT if required

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
2
Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
3
Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
4
Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
5
Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
6
F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.

Campus & Location

Illinois Institute of Technology has an urban campus in Chicago, Illinois, with city transit, restaurants and internships close to classrooms.

5 of 5 courses
Bachelor's 3
Illinois Institute of Technology
📍 Chicago
Bachelor's Engineering
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Deadline N/A
Illinois Institute of Technology
📍 Chicago
Bachelor's Computer Science
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Illinois Institute of Technology
📍 Chicago
Bachelor's Physics
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Master's 2
Illinois Institute of Technology
📍 Chicago
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
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Illinois Institute of Technology
📍 Chicago
Master's Data Science
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
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