Illinois Institute of Technology

107,472 Reasons

Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country

As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous merit scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures). 

We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.

Want some more great reasons?

• On top of our merit scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
• We’re the #42 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News&World Report)
• 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
• The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $62,655.

The following merit scholarships are available to first year students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. If you are an international student, visit international undergraduate student scholarships.

Early Action I Scholarships: Deadline November 15

• Camras Scholars Program (Full Tuition)
• Crown Scholarship (Full Tuition)
• Duchoissois Leadership Scholars (Full Tuition and Board)
• M.A. and Lila Self Leadership Academic Scholars (Full Tuition)

Early Action II Scholarships: Deadline January 15

• Collens Scholars Program (Full Tuition and Fees)
• Illinois Tech VEX Robotics Scholarship ($25,000)
• Illinois Tech FIRST Robotics ($25,000)
• The Chicago Difference (Up to Full Tuition, Board and Fees)

Other Scholarships: Deadlines Vary

• Illinois Tech Esports Scholarship ($5,000)
• NROTC Preparatory Scholarship (Full Tuition and Board)
• Henry T. Heald Scholarship ($10,000-$30,000)
• Chicago Police and Fire Departments Scholarship ($25,000)
• Elevate Award ($5,000)
• Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) (Up to full tuition)

PLEASE NOTE: If a student earns multiple Illinois Institute of Technology merit scholarships throughout the admission process, the university will award the highest merit award for which the student is qualified but will not combine multiple awards.