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Discover Colleges Day

Saturday, September, 14, 2024 | Mies Campus

Discover Colleges Day offers a dynamic and immersive experience designed to offer prospective undergraduate students a comprehensive introduction to our university’s cutting-edge educational environment—all in a single morning. This event is your chance to delve deep into what makes Illinois Tech a leader in higher education, and to see firsthand how we prepare our students for success in the rapidly evolving world of tomorrow.

What to Expect:

  • Explore Five Unique Colleges
    Begin your journey by gaining in-depth insights into each of Illinois Tech's five distinct colleges, where innovation meets practical application. Whether you're interested in architecture, business, computing, engineering, or soft and hard sciences, you’ll learn about the specialized programs and pioneering research opportunities that set us apart.
  • Campus Tour: Compact, Convenient, and Connected 
    Navigate our easily walkable campus with a guided tour that highlights the university’s facilities, collaborative spaces, and vibrant student life. Our campus tour is designed to give you a clear sense of how our connected environment fosters both academic and personal growth.
  • Focused Information Session: Preparing for Tomorrow's Careers 
    Participate in an informative session that showcases how Illinois Tech empowers students with the critical skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the careers of the future. From experiential learning to industry partnerships, discover how our programs are tailored to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world.

In just a few hours, Discover Colleges Day provides a streamlined yet thorough exploration of Illinois Tech’s innovative approach to education, ensuring that you leave with a clear understanding of what makes our university the right choice for your academic and professional aspirations. 

Discover Colleges Day will be back in Fall 2025

To visit us in 2024 check out our Discover Illinois Tech Day on October 12, 2024 and April 19, 2025.

Sample Schedule

9:30 a.m. | Check-in
10 – 10:30 a.m. | Welcome
10:30 – 11:15 a.m. | Discover Colleges Showcase
11:15am – Noon | Tours of Campus
Noon – 1 p.m. | Lunch in the Commons

Agenda

Who should attend?

All prospective students and their families are welcome to attend Discover Colleges Day! We have sessions available for high school and transfer students to learn more about Illinois Tech.