United States · Chicago, IL
Illinois Institute of Technology
Tech and design on Chicago's South Side.
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Admission at Illinois Institute of Technology
Illinois Institute of Technology admits about 60% of applicants, which makes it less selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. Grades and rigor carry most of the decision; well-written essays and a clear intended major help at the margin.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Illinois Institute of Technology supplemental essays, 2025-26
- Why Illinois Tech?250 words
Why are you interested in Illinois Institute of Technology?
- Additional information (optional)200 words
Would you like to share additional information not covered in your application?
- Background and lived experiences essay800 words
How have your background and lived experiences shaped your perspective, and how would you bring those insights to the classroom and community at Illinois Tech?
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
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Engineering · Computer Science · Arts & Design
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on iit.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.