Illinois Tech in Chicago and Mumbai: Two Campuses, One Global Community
Key Takeaways:
- Illinois Tech, the first American university authorized to establish a degree-granting campus in India, will open its new campus in Mumbai for the fall 2026 semester
- The Illinois Tech Mumbai campus offers United States-accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees in India
- Students in Mumbai will receive the same rigorous academics, guaranteed access to experiential learning opportunities through Elevate, and extensive advising and career support as students at Illinois Tech’s Chicago campus
- The new Mumbai campus includes state-of-the-art classrooms, advanced laboratories, digital library resources, residential facilities, and student recreation spaces
- The Illinois Tech Mumbai campus is located in the Godrej Business District in Vikhroli, an eastern suburb of the city with excellent access to public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and employment hubs
Illinois Tech, a top-tier, nationally ranked, private research university in Chicago, is the first American university authorized to establish a degree-granting campus in India. Our new campus in Mumbai will open for undergraduate and graduate students beginning in the fall 2026 semester.
This historic expansion builds on Illinois Tech’s decades-long presence in India and our legacy of educating global leaders in technology and innovation. The same world-class, STEM-focused education that has served domestic and international students at our Chicago campus will now be available closer to home for students in India and South Asia, and it is open to students from around the world.
Illinois Tech has always been closely aligned with employers and career outcomes that directly serve industry demands. Talented students from throughout the world choose to study at Illinois Tech because of our access to real-world learning experiences, renowned academic programs, high value, and the salaries and career prospects of our graduates.
By establishing a campus in Mumbai, Illinois Tech is embracing the opportunity to meet learners in their local contexts and leverage nearby opportunities for experiential engagement, all while maintaining the academic excellence that defines our university.
Why Study at Illinois Tech Mumbai? World-Class Education Close to Home
From academics to state-of-the-art facilities to career guidance, the student experience at the Mumbai campus will align with Illinois Tech’s global standards for quality.
Developing our students’ technical expertise, international perspective, and entrepreneurial mindset is at the heart of education at Illinois Tech. Whether at the Chicago campus, in online programs, or at our new Mumbai campus, you’ll learn how to collaborate and innovate across borders, cultures, and industries.
Your academic experience will emphasize rigorous curricula, strong industry linkages, peer-to-peer learning, and international exposure through clearly defined pathways. Dedicated career services, internships, and placement support will prepare you to excel professionally and advance your career in both the Indian and global markets.
The Mumbai campus will also support cross-campus study options, giving students in both India and the U.S. the opportunity to gain global exposure, broaden their networks, and participate in research collaborations that reflect the interconnected nature of today’s economy.
Academic and Experiential Learning that Leads to Career Success
Illinois Tech’s history of preparing students for extraordinary career outcomes is built upon our strong academic and experiential learning programs.
Illinois Tech’s unique Elevate initiative guarantees students access to opportunities for hands-on experiences, such as internships, research, competitions, study away, career-focused short courses, and more. Through this one-of-a-kind opportunity, you’ll gain the essential out-of-classroom, real-world skills that will prepare you to be uniquely career-ready upon graduation.
You’ll engage with a rigorous, STEM-oriented curriculum taught by outstanding faculty who are experts in fields such as data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, business, and many more. Courses at Illinois Tech Mumbai will integrate global excellence with local expertise, led by distinguished Indian faculty with deep industry experience in the region. In addition, highly respected faculty from Illinois Tech’s Chicago campus will lead modules, deliver immersive guest lectures, and guide research projects.
Illinois Tech Mumbai Campus and Location
Mumbai, like Chicago, is an international hub of finance and commerce, including multinational corporations, startups, research centers, and businesses ranging across industries. It also mirrors Chicago as a city with abundant opportunities for internships, networking, and jobs.
Illinois Tech Mumbai is situated in the Godrej Business District, located within the city’s Vikhroli suburb, offering excellent infrastructure and connectivity, as well as easy access to industry. The 90,000-square-foot campus will provide top-notch facilities, including state-of-the-art classrooms, advanced laboratories, digital library resources, residential facilities, and student recreation spaces.
A Rich Student Experience and Career Support
Illinois Tech’s dedicated career services team will provide you with career guidance through one-to-one counseling, workshops, CV clinics, and networking events with industry leaders.
You will also have access to a global e-mentoring network of Illinois Tech alumni. Strong industry linkages in India and abroad will provide you with pathways to seek internships, projects with companies, job placements, and professional accreditation, while workshops in entrepreneurship, leadership, and digital skills will ensure that you are career-ready from day one.
The Illinois Tech community celebrates diversity, creativity, active participation, and the wellbeing of every one of our students. You can be a part of it on the Mumbai campus. For example:
- Student councils and committees will play an active role in shaping campus life, fostering responsibility, collaboration, and leadership
- Outside the classroom, you can engage with leadership initiatives, community service, and sustainability campaigns, as well as volunteering with non-governmental organizations and social organizations to contribute to society
- Annual cultural festivals will celebrate both Indian and global traditions
- Counseling services, mentorship programs, and peer-support groups will be available to help you manage academic pressures and personal challenges
Build Lifelong Connections through Illinois Tech
Our graduates join Illinois Tech’s global community of more than 80,000 alumni in countries around the world. You will have access to Illinois Tech Connect, a dedicated digital platform where alumni can network with peers, join interest-based groups, participate in mentorship programs, and access career services and events.
Illinois Tech Mumbai Offers U.S. Accredited Degrees in India
Illinois Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, one of the major regional accreditation agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education to accredit degree-granting colleges and universities. Accreditation validates the quality of an institution as a whole and evaluates multiple aspects of an institution, such as its academic offerings, governance and administration, mission, finances, and resources.
Institutions that the Higher Learning Commission accredits are evaluated against the commission's Criteria for Accreditation, a set of standards that institutions must meet to receive and/or maintain accredited status. The accreditation process is based on a system of peer review, with approximately 1,300 educators from institutions of higher education serving as peer reviewers.
In addition to comprehensive, university-wide accreditation, Illinois Tech’s individual academic units and programs may be evaluated by specialized/program accreditors. Learn more about accreditation at Illinois Tech.
FAQs:
What programs are offered at the Illinois Tech Mumbai campus?
An initial portfolio of four undergraduate and four graduate degree programs across technology and business will be offered at the new Illinois Tech Mumbai campus beginning in fall 2026.
Undergraduate Programs
- Artificial Intelligence (B.S.)
- Computer Science (B.S.)
- Business and Information Technology (B.S.)
- Business Administration (B.S.)
Master’s Programs
- Artificial Intelligence (M.A.S.)
- Computer Science (M.S.)
- Data Science (M.A.S.)
- Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
How can I apply to Illinois Tech’s Mumbai campus?
Illinois Tech follows a holistic review process when evaluating applications for admission. Rather than focusing solely on standardized test scores or academic performance, we consider multiple factors to gain a comprehensive understanding of each applicant’s potential.
Are you ready to apply for an undergraduate or graduate program at the Illinois Tech Mumbai campus? Go to the Illinois Tech online application portal, create an account, and submit your application and supporting documents. To make the application process faster, we recommend that you collect all the information and documents you need before submitting your application. Use the link below for more detailed information and to access Illinois Tech’s online application portal.
When does the Illinois Tech Mumbai campus open?
The first courses will be offered at Illinois Tech’s Mumbai campus beginning in August 2026 for the fall semester. We anticipate that the campus will be available for prospective students to take tours of the facilities prior to that time.
Where is Illinois Tech’s Mumbai campus located?
The new Illinois Tech Mumbai campus is located in Godrej Business District within Vikhroli—an eastern suburb of Mumbai that features educational institutions, health care facilities, mixed-use developments, recreational and green spaces, and proximity to public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and employment hubs.
The Godrej Business District is globally recognized for its commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability, and its biodiversity and conservation initiatives include maintaining the largest privately managed mangrove reserve in India, which is located near the university campus.