What is IFY?
Our International Freshman program is uniquely designed to support you as you pursue an undergraduate degree at Illinois Tech, while improving your academic and English language levels.
How it works
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Improve your English language level
- Academic writing skills
- Academic reading skills
- Presentation and discussion skills
- Listening and note taking
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Improve your academic grades and study skills
- Improve your grade-point average
- Learn the study skills essential for success in U.S. universities
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Receive specialist university progression support
- Expert guidance on which degree to progress to
- One-to-one support sessions
- Faculty visits and meetings
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Progress to a university degree at Illinois Tech
Majors
Entry requirements
Fees and Dates
Fees
Annual Fees
Tutition
Housing & Dining
Health Insurance
Mandatory Fees
Registration
$48,670
$15,328*
$1,896
$1,820*
$300
$48,670
$15,328*
$1,896
$1,820*
$300
*Estimated
scholarships
Scholarships available
(country based)
Admission
Requirements
Min 2.25 GPA
65 TOEFL
Not Required
Min 3.0 GPA
90 TOEFL
Required
Fees are subject to change
Dates 2021
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Spring 2021 |
Fall 2021 |
Application deadlines |
30th November |
TBA |
Move-in |
14th January |
16th August (Estimated) |
Semester 1 |
19th January - 8th May |
23rd August - 11 December |
Semester 2 |
24th May - 14th August |
10th January - 7th May |
Example program
On arrival you will be supported in developing a personalized study plan depending on your academic level and desired major.
1st Semester
Total Credits:12
Math Module
Math/Pre-Calculus/Calculus
Elective Module
Science Module /
Free Elective
2nd Semester
Total Credits:12
Computing Module
Computer Science/
Science Elective / ITP
Elective Module
Science Module /
Free Elective
Undergraduate application
checklist and deadlines
Key
IFY
Direct Entry
Not required for IFY
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Complete application form
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End of high/secondary school certificate or most recent transcripts if still due to complete
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Official copy of English proficiency
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Financial affidavit of support
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Bank statement (if required)
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Copy of passport identity page
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Pay deposit amount
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Explanation of any gaps in academic record e.g. resume
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Immigration check form including copies of any previous visas
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For students who are transferring credits, submit course descriptions
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Letters of recommendation
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Personal statement
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SAT or ACT test score/math test
Further information may be required depending on your circumstances