Methodology Annual pay for Bachelors graduates without higher degrees. Typical starting graduates have 2 years of experience; mid-career have 15 years. See full methodology for more.

View all the results and study methodology on the Payscale website.

Emerging from the Education Partnership for the 21st Century, the governments of the United States and Brazil, through the U.S.-Brazil Fulbright Commission, have expanded teaching and research exchange opportunities for mid-career researchers and senior faculty in the U.S. in the areas of science, technology, and innovation through the new Fulbright–Science Without Borders Core and Distinguished Chair awards.

U.S. scholars will be affiliated with top Brazilian universities and research centers in their areas of specialization, fostering increased cooperation and institutional collaboration between applied researchers in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Proficiency in Portuguese or Spanish is not required for Fulbright–Science Without Borders applicants.

A new Postdoctoral Research Award designed for early career candidates from any discipline of study will allow scholars to conduct research in support of their professional development while advancing the scholarly mission of the hosting institution.

Other opportunities for U.S. academics and professionals include a Social Sciences and Humanities award, as well as four Distinguished Chair awards in the following fields: American Studies, Environmental Sciences and Engineering, Oil and Gas Sciences and Engineering, and Visual Arts.

CIES will host a webinar on Fulbright Opportunities for U.S. Scholars to Brazil on Thursday, May 17, 2012. To learn more about these opportunities and how to apply to the 2013-14 Fulbright U.S. Scholar competition, please contact Katrin DeWindt at kdewindt@iie.org or visit the Fulbright Scholar Program website.

The deadline to apply for the 2013-14 Fulbright U.S. Scholar competition is August, 1, 2012.

For more than 65 years, the federal government-sponsored Fulbright U.S. Student Program has provided future American leaders with an unparalleled opportunity to study, conduct research, and teach in other countries. Fulbright grants aim to increase mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange while serving as a catalyst for long-term leadership development.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards over 1,600 grants annually and currently operates in more than 140 countries worldwide. Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships are now available to over 60 countries. Fulbright grants provide funding for round-trip travel, maintenance for one academic year, and health and accident coverage, and may also provide full or partial tuition.

Applicants to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program must be U.S. citizens at the time of application and hold a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent by the beginning of the grant.

For more information, interested individuals should visit the Fulbright U.S. Student Program website. Currently enrolled IIT students should contact campus Fulbright Program advisers Jennifer Sherdan or Ashley Sinclair in the International Center, for more information. Applications must be submitted electronically by the campus closing date in September 2012.

All IIT students, faculty, and staff must carry IIT identification with them to gain access to buildings on campus from Thursday, May 17 through Tuesday morning, May 22.  

Main Campus
Hermann Hall and the MTCC will be closed on Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20. Identification will be required to enter Hermann Hall or the MTCC on Monday, May 21, and the south entrances of the MTCC will be locked (east and west entrances will be open).  Identification may be requested by Public Safety on Thursday and Friday, May 17 and 18.  Guests and vendors must be accompanied by an IIT ID carrying member of the community or they will be denied entrance.

Hermann Hall and MTCC Building Hours
Thursday, May 17 — 7 am – 7 pm
Friday, May 18 — 7 am – 7 pm
Saturday, May 19 — Closed
Sunday, May 20 — Closed
Monday, May 21 — 7 am – 7 pm

7-11
The gate between 7-11 and the rest of the MTCC will be closed from 7 pm on Friday, May 18 through 7 am on Tuesday, May 22.

Farr Hall
The 3rd floor mosque in Farr Hall will be available only with valid IIT ID from Friday, May 18 through Tuesday morning, May 22. Regular access will resume at 8:30 am on Tuesday, May 22.

Downtown Campus
The Downtown Campus building at 565 W. Adams will be closed on Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20.  Due to the Downtown Campus’s proximity to the loop and downtown hotels where many delegates will be staying, increased security and restricted access to certain streets and pathways is expected before, after, and during the summit.

Additional security will be present at the Downtown Campus from Thursday, May 17, through Tuesday morning, May 22.  All students, faculty, and staff should have your IIT identification with you at all times in the event that access to the area is restricted (please see the DTC Registrar if you currently do not have an IIT ID Card).

Authorities have announced many road closures and restrictions on public transportation, vehicular and pedestrian routes that may impact the commute of many members of the IIT community.  A full outline of the Security Restrictions and Transportation Plan can be downloaded here.

Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

Limited parking restrictions near McCormick Place began on Sunday, May 13, with additional parking restrictions near McCormick Place going into effect on Tuesday, May 15.  Road closures and pedestrian restrictions will be implemented beginning at midnight, Saturday, May 19 (Friday midnight into Saturday). The affected roadways will open for evening rush hour on Monday, May 21.

In addition to the announced road closures and parking restrictions, there will be intermittent traffic delays and temporary closures on interstate roads and throughout the downtown area beginning on Saturday, May 19, until Monday, May 21, to allow motorcades to travel to and from McCormick Place and other event sites.  View the Security Restrictions and Transportation Plan for details.

Scroll to the bottom for a detailed list and map of expected road closures.

Commuter Train (CTA and Metra) Restrictions

Due to safety and security measures implemented by the Secret Service, as well as street closures due to events or public gatherings, reroutes on a number of CTA bus lines during the summit and around related events will be necessary.  Updated information about CTA reroutes is available on the CTA NATO page.  Riders can also sign up for email and text alerts at the link.

Metra plans to close five stations around McCormick Place during the NATO summit and is advising passengers on all its lines they will be subject to screening and baggage checks and severe restrictions on what they can carry on trains during the summit.  Most lines will operate as usual, but some Metra Electric Line stations and the Blue Island branch line will be closed for all or part of the summit.

In addition to increased law enforcement presence at Metra stations and trains, the following safety measures apply to riders of all Metra lines during the three days (May 19, 20 and 21) of the summit:

1. Riders may be subject to search and/or screening before boarding or while en route.
2. Riders may carry only one bag not exceeding 15 inches square and 4 inches deep. Boxes, parcels, luggage, backpacks and bicycles will not be allowed on trains. Banned items cannot be stored at Metra stations. They must be removed or they will be disposed of.
3. Riders may not carry any food on the trains. Liquids and personal effects (such as makeup) must be less than three ounces in size. This includes coffee and other beverages. Breast milk can be carried but is subject to inspection and should be declared during any screening.
4. Riders may not carry any type of tools, pipes, stakes, wood or weapons, including pocket knives and pepper spray, on the trains.
5. Law enforcement personnel must identify themselves and present their credentials and any weapons. Security guards will not be allowed to carry any weapons onboard.

Full information on all Metra restrictions and closures, including daily schedules, is available on the Metra NATO page.

Notify Chicago

During the summit, the city of Chicago will be relying on the “Notify Chicago” system to keep residents and visitors updated on traffic issues. The alert system will inform users about street closures, bus reroutes, and potential delays.  Sign up for “Notify Chicago” text, email, or phone alerts here.

Riders with Disabilities

PACE Paratransit has issued a press release to advise its customers about potential service disruptions.

Expected Road Closures

Listed here are potential traffic impacts Saturday, May 19 through 6 pm Monday, May 21.  Click the map for a larger view.

•  Lake Shore Drive (LSD) from 39th street to Balbo will be closed
• Access to 1-55 southbound and access to LSD via 1-55 northbound will be closed
• I-55 northbound from  I-90/94 to LSD will be closed
• Columbus Drive from Balbo to McFetridge will be closed
• Roosevelt Road from Michigan Avenue to LSD will be closed
• Indiana Avenue from 21^st street to 25^th Street will be closed
• 31^st Street from Martin Luther King Drive to LSD will be closed
• Martin Luther King Drive from Cermak to 26th street will be closed
• Cermak from Michigan Avenue to Martin Luther King Drive will be closed
• Ontario street from Orleans to Fairbanks will be intermittently closed
• Ohio street from Orleans to Fairbanks will be intermittently closed
• Clark street from Oak Street to Ontario will experience lane reductions
• Dearborn street from Kinzie to Ontario Street will experience lane reductions

Links

NATO Summit website

CTA NATO website

Metra NATO website

Secret Service/Chicago Police Security Restrictions and Transportation Plan

The commencement website features a live stream of photos, tweets, and other messages for and from graduating students.  You can tweet messages or photos with the hashtag #IITGrads2012 or email them to event+40d70d725d+3b984dec34@mailcomments.coveritlive.com to see them included in the live coverage (you must finish your email with <end> if sending to the coveritlive address.  Folks watching back home can post their comments and well wishes for IIT grads, either by the above methods or directly into the live coverage app on the commencement website.

Check out the commencement site now to see the stream from Thursday night’s Congrats Grads! party at The Bog, hosted by the IIT Alumni Association.

At the end of commencement events the stream of photos and messages will be archived and available for everyone.  Show us your school spirit, your excitement at graduating and heading off to greatness, say hi to friends and family, and just have some fun.  You’ve earned it!

Congratulations, Class of 2011-2012!