First-Year Students
We are here to help you navigate the application process as you prepare to attend college for the first time.
Undergraduate Admission
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Transfer Students
We accept transfers from two- and four-year colleges. We’ll help guide through the entire process.
International Students
Our campus is home to students from more than 115 countries around the world. We’ll help you join our global community.
Non-Degree-Seeking Students
We’re here to help every learner, no matter where you are in our personal or professional journey—including non-degree-seeking opportunities such a summer course or a certificate program.
Pre-Health/Pre-Med
Explore how Illinois Tech can prepare you for a career in health care, as well as the multiple pathways, programs, and dual-admission programs.
Joint Programs
Learn how you can receive two bachelor’s degrees: an engineering degree from Illinois Tech and another from one of five Chicago-area universities.
What You’ll Find at Illinois Tech—and No Place Else
Illinois Tech is Chicago’s leading tech university. From skyscrapers to startups, we have fueled the city's rise as a global metropolis.
Illinois Tech is an engine of opportunity, providing you with a highly relevant, tech-focused education and excellent career outcomes.
Illinois Tech's one-of-a-kind experiential learning programs guarantee you access to real-world experiences that will prepare you to graduate uniquely career-ready.
Each year students from across the world begin their academic journeys at Illinois Tech because our innovative education leads to extraordinary career outcomes for our graduates.
Ready to elevate your future? Join us!
Now accepting first-year and transfer 2026 applications via Common App.
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Dates and Deadlines
What’s next? Understand all the details you need to know about your application, deadlines, processes, and more.
We’re Here to Help
Have questions about the application or its process? Our admission counselors are here to guide you every step of the way.
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Visit Mies Campus to see what makes us so unique: a small campus feel minutes from the heart of a global metropolis. Can’t make it in person? We’ve you covered, too.
Helpful Resources
Learn about Illinois Tech’s tuition and aid, how to request more information, and much more.
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Come experience firsthand what it's like to learn and live on our beautiful Mies Campus in Chicago. If you want to meet with us virtually, we have you covered for that, too.
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Elevate Your Future
Our one-of-a-kind Elevate initiative empowers you with guaranteed access to hands-on experiences, mentorship, and the future-focused skills to achieve career success.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What undergraduate programs does Illinois Tech offer for first-year students?
Illinois Tech's undergraduate admission process supports several student paths, including first-year students, transfer students, international students, non-degree-seeking students, and joint-degree candidates. First-year applicants can apply through the Common App and get dedicated guidance as they navigate the college application process for the first time.
What resources are available for international undergraduate students at Illinois Tech?
Illinois Tech's Chicago campus is home to students from more than 115 countries. International undergraduate applicants receive dedicated admission guidance to help them join Illinois Tech's global student community, from application requirements through enrollment.
How do I visit Illinois Tech's campus before applying?
Prospective students can visit Illinois Tech's Mies Campus in Chicago in person or take a virtual tour. Campus visits are a good way to experience student life firsthand before submitting an undergraduate application.
When are the application deadlines for Illinois Tech's undergraduate admission?
Illinois Tech is currently accepting first-year and transfer applications for 2027 through the Common App. Specific dates and deadlines vary by applicant type and are detailed on Illinois Tech's Dates and Deadlines page.