Illinois Institute of Technology

The Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois. It provides distinctive and relevant education in every area. IIT is also known for its programs in engineering, sciences, psychology, architecture, business, and law.

Overview

Founded in 1890, Illinois Institute of Technology is a private, Ph.D-granting institution with programs in engineering, science, humanities, business, law, design, and human sciences. IIT's interprofessional, technology-focused curriculum is designed to advance knowledge through research and scholarship, to cultivate invention improving the human condition, and to prepare students from throughout the world for a life of professional achievement, service to society, and individual fulfillment. The academic programs are balanced with a strong emphasis on experiential learning and interdisciplinary study so that graduates are primed for lifelong success in a changing world.