Graduate Admissions and Degree Requirements

Graduate Applications

Illinois Tech follows a holistic review process when evaluating applications for admission. This means
that rather than focusing solely on standardized test scores or academic performance, the university
considers multiple factors to gain a comprehensive understanding of each applicant’s potential.

Begin by completing and submitting your application via the online portal. We recommend collecting
all your required information and documents before submission—this will make the application
process much faster.

When you apply, you’ll set up an account in the online portal. You can then use the App Tracker
feature to monitor your application status. Be sure to check your email for updates.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at mumbai-admissions@illinoistech.edu.

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Step 1: Submit your application

Create an account and submit your application on the Illinois Tech online applications portal.

Application fee for graduate is ₹5,000.

View scholarship and admissions deadlines on the Tuition and Aid page.

Step 2: Submit the following application documents

Official transcripts

Scan a copy of your official and original paper transcripts, individual mark sheets, or electronic
transcript provided to you from your institution’s registrar.

Do not upload your institution’s web-based academic record or a document stating it is not an official
transcript

If the degree is completed, you must upload your original degree certificate or provisional certificate
along with your academic transcripts or mark sheets.

Resume/CV

Submit a current resume that highlights your academic and professional experience

Personal statement

Provide a well-written statement that outlines your academic and professional goals.

Letters of recommendation

One letter is required for master’s programs. Letters should be from individuals who can assess your
academic and/or career achievements and potential (e.g., professors, employers). Letters must be
submitted through the online Application Portal; you will input the recommender’s name and email
address, and they will receive an electronic invitation. Note that recommenders will type their
recommendation directly into the portal, not upload a document. 

Degree Requirements

Artificial Intelligence (M.A.S.)

• Applicants must have a four-year bachelor’s degree, although not necessarily in computer science or a related
  field of study, with an overall GPA of 3.0/4.0. Three-year bachelor's degree holders are not considered for admission unless they hold a master's degree.
• For those without a bachelor’s degree in computer science, prerequisite undergraduate coursework
  with grades B or better in Accelerated Computer Science (CS 401) or Object-Oriented Programming I
  (CS 115) and II (CS 116) is required. Three-year Indian bachelor’s degrees from NAAC A institutions are
  accepted

Computer Science (M.S.)

• Applicants must hold a four-year undergraduate degree in computer science or a related
  discipline with an overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better
• Three-year bachelor’s degree holders are not considered for admission, unless they hold a
  master’s degree
• Students with relevant backgrounds such as electronics and computer engineering (ECE)
  or similar majors are eligible to apply for the M.S. in CS program. They may, however, be
  required to take one or two prerequisite courses.
• Students from non-CS backgrounds (e.g., civil or mechanical engineering) are not eligible as
  these programs do not typically include core computer science coursework in UG.
• In cases where applicants from non-CS backgrounds have significant professional experience,
  certifications, or coursework in computer science, their applications may be reviewed on a
  case-by-case basis.

Data Science (M.A.S.)

• Applicants must have a four-year bachelor’s degree, although not necessarily in computer science or a related field of study, with an overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Three-year bachelor’s degree holders are not considered for admission, unless they hold a master’s degree.
• Three-year Indian bachelor’s degrees from NAAC A institutions are accepted
• One letter of recommendation is required, but two are preferred.
• A professional statement of objectives must be submitted.
• Applicants whose bachelor’s degree was earned at an institution where English is not the
  primary language of instruction must submit their TOEFL/PTE/IELTS scores.
• Applicants are evaluated on an individual basis, but are expected to have basic knowledge of
  discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, statistics, relational databases, and some
  programming languages such as MATLAB, C++, Java, Python, or Ruby.
• Every applicant who meets the admission deadline is automatically considered for a graduate
  scholarship. If you receive a funding award, you will be notified of the award in your official
  admission letter.
• Applicants who lack prerequisite coursework but who are otherwise strong candidates (i.e.,
  those who have relevant work experience) may be admitted, but such applicants will be
  required to make up any needed coursework. For more information about these
  requirements, visit our Prerequisite Undergraduate Coursework page.

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

• Two or more years of professional work experience
• Official transcript submission with a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average
  of 3.0 or a 4.0 scale
• No GMAT or GRE scores required
• CV/resume
• Professional statement (statement of purpose)
• Three-year Indian bachelor’s degrees from NAAC A institutions are accepted

English Proficiency Requirements

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency, excluding those who meet the criteria
to have their English proficiency waived as outlined below, by taking the Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English
Test.

• TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (20 minimum in all bands)
• IELTS: 6.5 or above (6.0 minimum in all bands)
• Duolingo: 115 or above (115 minimum in all subscores)

English proficiency can also be demonstrated by completion of an intensive English program:

• Illinois Tech IEP Level 4
• ELS Level 112

Note: If you do not meet our minimum English proficiency requirements, or if there is other evidence
that suggests you may need additional English training, you may be required to take additional English
proficiency assessment measures that will be evaluated by our professional English Language Services
faculty and could result in your being required to take a course or courses in our English language
programs.

English Proficiency Requirement Waivers

The English proficiency requirement may be waived if you have completed an intensive English program:

• Illinois Tech IEP Level 4
• ELS Level 112

You also can waive the English language proficiency requirement if you have completed 60 semester hours of study at U.S.
institutions within the last 36 months.

You are exempt from the English language requirement if you received your undergraduate degree in one of the below countries AND attended that school for at least two years:

Applicants who do not hold undergraduate degrees from a country listed above but who have lived,
worked, or studied in the United States for a substantial period of time may meet the English
proficiency requirement and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Your admission specialist in the Office of Graduate Admission will coordinate this determination with English Language Services.

Applicants may be considered to have satisfied the English language proficiency requirement if they have completed a degree from a NAAC "A" accredited institution in India and have earned a minimum of 60% in the undergraduate-level course.

For applicants who completed a degree from a NAAC "A" institution in India and have completed first or second language courses other than English, an official Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter may be submitted in lieu of English coursework. The MOI letter must be issued by the registrar or other authorized academic official of the awarding institution and must confirm that English was the language of instruction for the duration of the program.