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Illinois Institute of Technology

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Overview

Established in 1890, the Illinois Institute of Technology is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Chicago (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 135-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Illinois Institute of Technology's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Illinois Institute of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Illinois Institute of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Illinois Institute of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym IIT
Founded 1890
Motto Transforming Lives. Inventing the Future.
Colours Scarlet and gray
Mascot Talon the Hawk
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University Location

Address 10 West 35th Street
Chicago
60616 Illinois
United States
Illinois Institute of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Illinois Institute of Technology Phone Number (312) 567 3000
Illinois Institute of Technology Fax Number (312) 567 6939
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Illinois Institute of Technology is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Illinois Institute of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Illinois Institute of Technology categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Illinois Institute of Technology.



Illinois Institute of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Illinois Institute of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Illinois Institute of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Illinois Institute of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Illinois Institute of Technology has more than 2600 international students.

Illinois Institute of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

10 W. 33rd Street, Perlstein Hall Room 101
Chicago 60616
(312) 567 3025
800 448 2329

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Illinois Institute of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Illinois Institute of Technology is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Illinois Institute of Technology's Library University Library

Yes Visit Illinois Institute of Technology's Library
Illinois Institute of Technology's library has 4 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 564,129 physical volumes, 742 physical media, 1,186 digital/electronic media and 120 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 54 full-time employees, including 23 librarians. Illinois Institute of Technology's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Illinois Institute of Technology provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,722 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Illinois Institute of Technology's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Illinois Institute of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Illinois Institute of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Illinois Institute of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Illinois Institute of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Illinois Institute of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Illinois Institute of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Illinois Institute of Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Illinois Institute of Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Illinois Institute of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Independent Technological Universities (AITU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Illinois Institute of Technology 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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