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Illinois Tech Admission Requirements

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Begin Your Journey with Illinois Tech

Applying is straightforward and fully online. You can start your application anytime, save your progress, and come back to it when it’s convenient for you. With multiple start dates offered year-round, there’s never a wrong time to take the next step. And if you have any questions along the way, your enrollment adviser is just a call or click away.

Key Admission Dates

We encourage you to apply well before your intended start date to ensure enough time for acceptance, registration, and payment. Each step of the enrollment process including application, course registration, and tuition payment has its own deadline. While these dates can vary by program, you can explore some key start dates below. Be sure to confirm the specific deadlines for your chosen program.

Fall B courses begin	10/13/2025
Application Deadline	09/29/2025
Document Deadline	10/06/2025
Registration Deadline	10/08/2025
Payment Deadline	10/10/2025

How to Apply

Step One

Create an online application

Step Two

Gather the necessary documents and information for the program to which you’re applying. Review specific application requirements on the program overview page.

Step Three

Complete your online application and verify all of your documents have been accepted. You can save your progress and return, as necessary.

Step Four

Contact your enrollment adviser at 833.611.3666 with any questions you may have throughout the process.

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Personalize Your Path to Enrollment

Your steps to apply and enroll may look a little different depending on your program, transfer credits, and personal circumstance. Take time to review the specific requirements for your program and connect with an enrollment adviser to make sure you are on the right track for your unique journey.

Transfer Students

Transferring to Illinois Tech

We gladly accept transfer students into our programs at Illinois Tech. In addition to an application, you will need to submit official transcripts from all schools you have attended and any other supplemental materials, if necessary. You will receive an email with a link to track your application status. For questions or more information, please call 833.611.3666.

You must be in good academic standing at the last college you attended
A minimum 3.0 GPA is required
You may transfer up to 9 applicable credits earned prior to attending Illinois Tech, subject to rules and restrictions
Your transcript will be evaluated for transfer credit after the application deadline

Military Affiliated Students

Military Learners at Illinois Tech

Illinois Tech proudly processes Department of Veterans Affairs benefits for students who have served the U.S. military. Active-duty U.S. military service members and veterans admitted to Illinois Tech may be eligible for GI Bill® benefits, the Yellow Ribbon Program, the Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP), the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA), and the Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP).

Apply for VA benefits (if you have already not done so) and obtain your certificate of eligibility
Earn admission to Illinois Tech and enroll in courses
Send a digital copy of your certificate of eligibility via email to Christopher Lee at clee106@iit.edu

International Students

Applying as an International Student

All international students must demonstrate English language proficiency for admission. If you do not meet the English proficiency requirement, you may be admitted conditionally.

You can demonstrate English proficiency through any of the following ways:

English Proficiency Exams:
- TOEFL iBT/Home 80 or above
- IELTS Academic 6.5 or above
- Duolingo English Test 115 or above
Completion of an intensive English program:
- Illinois Tech IEP Level 4 or
- ELS Level 112
Completion of 60 semester hours at U.S. institutions within the last 36 months
Degree from a country listed and attendance at that school for two years

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Tuition and Financial Aid

At Illinois Tech, we are committed to making your educational journey both enriching and accessible. Our diverse financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, and assistantships, are designed to support students across all disciplines. We encourage you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to access federal and state financial assistance and explore external scholarships to maximize your funding opportunities.

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