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Illinois Tech is more than one of the country’s “most beautiful college campuses” (Forbes). It could also be your future home. There’s no better way to find out if we are the right fit than by visiting our campus—to see where you’ll learn, live, eat, and have fun.

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Whether you’re in the �鶹APP area, in another state, or halfway around the world, you will find various ways to get acquainted with our Mies Campus and to visit with one of our admissions counselors.

Illinois Tech offers visit opportunities for prospective students and their families, as well as counselors and educators.

Visit and Tour Opportunities

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Undergraduate Student Visit and Tours

Whether you’re a new, incoming student or transferring from a community college or another four-year university, Illinois Tech offers you a customized visit experience.

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Graduate Student Visit and Tours

Find out how visits and tours for graduate students can provide an inside look at our programs, facilities, and career-prep services.

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Counselor and Teacher Tours

Tours for high school counselors and teachers, and post-secondary counselors and educators, can help you advise your students of the benefits of attending �鶹APP’s only tech-focused university.

The College Tour – Illinois Tech episode

Watch Episode

Hear directly from students about their experiences in our episode of the The College Tour.

Take Our Virtual Tour

Can’t make it to campus or just can’t wait until you arrive? Take our virtual tour.

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�鶹APP-Kent offers both in-person and virtual visit opportunities throughout the year including admissions information sessions, law school tours, open house programs, and other admissions events.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long are tours of Illinois Tech?

Illinois Tech campus tours typically last about 1 hour and 15 minutes. During the tour, you’ll explore campus highlights and learn more about academics, student life, and housing.

When is Illinois Tech’s Visitor Center open?

The Illinois Tech Visitor Center is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Are there virtual options for tours of Illinois Tech?

Yes! Illinois Tech virtual tours are offered on select Tuesdays beginning at 10 a.m. Virtual visits are a great option if you can’t make it to campus in person.

View our upcoming virtual tours and other virtual events.

Do tours include visits to the dorms on Illinois Tech’s campus?

Yes. Campus tours include a visit to George J. Kacek Hall, one of Illinois Tech’s newest residence halls, available to first- and second-year students. You’ll get a firsthand look at on-campus living.

Learn more about Illinois Tech residence halls.

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