Summer Immersion Program
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Summer Immersion Program for Undergraduate International Students
The Illinois Tech Summer Immersion Program offers undergraduate international students a unique opportunity to experience life at a leading U.S. technology-focused university while developing their academic, professional, and cultural skills.
Why Illinois Tech?
Chicago is ranked the “Best Big City” in the U.S. for 9 years in a row
Conde Nast Traveler
STEM-based institutions in the U.S. to be named an “Opportunity College and University”
American Council on Education and Carnegie Foundation 2025
In Illinois and #22 in the U.S. for the best salaries of graduates
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026
Program Highlights
Faculty-Led Academic Programming
You’ll take part in short lectures led by Illinois Tech faculty across a range of disciplines, including leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and academic and professional English.
English Language Enrichment
Strengthen your academic and conversational English through dynamic, interactive classes that build confidence for studying and communicating in global environments.
Cultural and Social Activities
Explore the vibrant city of Chicago through guided visits, cultural excursions, and social events. Discover American culture, make international friendships, and experience life in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Key Details
Program Duration: 2 weeks (7/20 to 7/31)
Requirements
- Application
- Confirmation of enrollment at the student’s current institution
- English Test Score: IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, or a certified letter from a professor of English at the home institution indicating that the student has an intermediate level in English
- Passport copy
Students must be 18 or older
English Test Score: IELTS Academic (5.5 or above), TOEFL iBT or Home Edition (72 or above), Duolingo English Test (90 or above), or a certified letter from a professor of English at the home institution indicating that the student has an intermediate level in English
Contact
Please contact internationalpartnerships@illinoistech.edu for more information.
Tentative Program Schedule
Here is the tentative schedule of activity for the Summer Immersion Program. Please note that program specifics may change.
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