Visit Us

Individual Visit Opportunities

Visiting campus is a critical part of your college search. It enables you get a true feel for campus and meet members of the IIT CommunIITy, from the admission team to current students and faculty.

To schedule your visit for the 2009-2010 academic year, review our weekday and Saturday opportunities below, then complete one of our online request forms. A confirmation of your registration will be sent from our visit coordinator to the email address given during registration. If time permits, you will also be sent a confirmation packet via US Post.

Note: Schedules vary for holidays, special event dates, and summer. Call 312.567.3025 for more details.

Fall and Spring Weekday Visits

Students and their families may schedule an appointment to meet with one of our admission counselors, Monday through Friday between 9 am and 4 pm throughout the academic year. Appointments generally last about an hour and can cover a variety of topics. We encourage all students to visit with a counselor at least once during or before the application process so that all of their questions can be adequately answered.

One Hour walking tours of historic Main Campus, guided by our student ambassadors, leave from the Office of Undergraduate Admission Monday through Friday at 12:45 pm.

Students planning to enroll for the Spring 2010 or Fall 2010 term may also schedule an appointment to meet with a faculty member within their desired academic field. Due to scheduling and space considerations, we ask that these requests be made at least two weeks prior to the appointment.

To schedule your weekday visit, use our online weekday visit request form, or call us at 312.567.3025.

Fall and Spring Saturday Visits

On select Saturday mornings throughout the academic year, the Office of Admission will be open from 9:30 am to 1 pm, offering campus tours with a student ambassador and a presentation with a member of our admission staff, covering IIT, the application and enrollment process, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

Visit Saturdays available throughout the 2009-2010 academic year:

Jan 16, 30
March 6, 27
May 1, 22 (For Admitted and Deposited Students Only)
June 5, 19 (For Admitted and Deposited Students Only)

Please choose your desired Saturday and complete our online Saturday visit request form, or call us at 312.567.3025.

Special Events

2009/2010 Open Houses

For an in-depth look at our Main Campus, academic programs, and student life, an open house is a great time to visit. To attend one in 2009-2010, see the appropriate registration link below.

Spring 2010 Open House and Financial Aid Day
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Event registration and further information will be available December 1, 2009

Summer 2010 Open Houses
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Event registration and further information will be available May 1, 2010

Financial Aid Day, with the Spring 2010 Open House

Part II of this Saturday in February will offer sessions covering Financial Aid and Scholarship opportunities, FAFSA completion assistance, and more. Attend just the Financial Aid Day or the Open House in the morning as well.

Saturday, February 20, 2010
Event Registration and Further Information will be available in December, 2009

Women's Day 2010 (WD10)

Women in 10th and 11th grades are invited to come for a day of exploration in various fields from Aerospace Engineering to Business Administration. Sessions hosted by our faculty and current students will be offered. Parents are welcome too!

Saturday, April 17, 2010
Event Registration and Further Information

Events for Admitted Students

Admitted Student Evening Receptions Spring 2010

Evening receptions for those freshmen and transfer students who have been admitted to IIT. Faculty, staff, current students, and alumni, will welcome you and your parents to the IIT CommunIITy and discuss your next steps through the enrollment process.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010	Naperville - Maggiano's Little Italy at Freedom Commons
Wednesday, March 17, 2010	Schaumburg - Maggiano's Little Italy at Streets of Woodfield
Thursday, March 18, 2010	Skokie - Maggiano's Little Italy at Old Orchard
Tuesday, March 23, 2010	Tinley Park - Holiday Inn Select and Tinley Park Convention Center
Thursday, March 25, 2010	IIT's Main Campus - Hermann Hall Ballroom

Event Registration and Further Information

Preview Weekend for Admitted Students

We're inviting our admitted students for a special overnight experience to campus for a "preview" of life as an IIT student.

Friday, April 9 - Saturday, April 10, 2010
Event Registration and Further Information

Group Visits

Special visits for school groups or organizations who are interested in getting an inside look at student life at IIT and the college admission process can be scheduled through the Office of Undergraduate Admission. We offer student led group tours and special presentations with IIT staff throughout different times of the year.

For information about availability and planning your group's visit, please contact our Visit Coordinator, Maggie Fraga, at 312.567.5189 or 800.448.2329 (outside of Chicago), or visit@iit.edu. You may also register for group visits using our online form.

Please allow one month's notice when scheduling your group's visit.

IIT Visitors' Hotel Rates

IIT offers visitors' rates for select hotels. Note: For all Hotels, say that you're looking for the "IIT Visitor Rate."

Best Western River North

125 W. Ohio
Chicago, IL 60610
800.727.0800 (Please call for the IIT rate)
www.chicagosbesthotel.com

2009 Rate:

04/01-11/30: Sun-Thur $159.00 Single or Double
Fri/Sat $179.00 Single or Double
12/01-12/30: Sun-Thur $109.00 Single or Double
Fri/Sat $129.00 Single or Double
Has 1 Free Parking Space with Each Room
Has Free Breakfasts for up to 2 Guests with Each Room

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

1100 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
800.472.6875

2009 Rate:

$105.00 per room, per night for Standard Single/Double Occupancy (One King or Two Double Beds)
$115.00 Room with Lake View (Has One Queen Bed)
$125.00 Executive Room (Has One King Bed)

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, IL 60616
800.233.1234

IIT rate is 20% off the daily rate
Shuttles offered to Downtown

Further Travel Information

Here are some useful documents:

Map of Main Campus
Directions to Main Campus
IIT visitors' rates for selected area hotels
Find out about exciting things to do in Chicago and throughout the State of Illinois while you're here
Recommended Restaurants around Chicago

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about a visit, or would like to schedule an appointment, please call us at 312.567.3025 or 800.448.2329, or email visit@iit.edu.

Individuals or families who might require additional assistance for disabilities or dietary restrictions during their visit should contact Bridget Bond, Assistant Director of Admission, at 312.567.3015; we will be pleased to assist you during your visit.