BS Computer Information Systems at Illinois Institute of Technology

Programme overview

Begin with a set of introductory courses that work together to provide a firm foundation in computer science. These introductory courses include weekly labs that incorporate state-of-the-art software development techniques, like object-oriented programming in Java, to create solutions for real-world problems. A unique laboratory model encourages creativity by providing ample opportunity for constructive feedback on your efforts.

Faculty: School of Computing | Department: Computing and Technology | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Career pathways

Earning a degree in computer information systems will prepare you for a career in wide variety of IT fields. Roles include: Application developer; Systems analyst; Database engineer; Network engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission (applies to all undergraduate majors, not programme-specific): Admission to Illinois Tech is required to enroll in the computer information systems program. Consult your academic adviser before transferring into this program. Program Specializations Computer Science Honors Research Data Science Distributed and Cloud Computing Information and Knowledge Management Systems Information Security

USD 53,198 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for new undergraduate students in 2026-27, a single rate stated for all undergraduate students (Mies Campus, 12-18 credit hours per semester; the student accounting page lists $26,599 per semester). Excludes fees ($1,850 stated separ Source

First-year entry terms: Fall and Spring. Transfer entry: Fall and Spring. Joint and non-degree programmes: Fall (August to December), Spring (late January to mid-May) and Summer (end of May to mid-August).

First-year Fall entry: Early Decision (binding) November 1; Early Action (non-binding) November 15; Regular Decision February 1 (June 1 for international students living in the U.S.). First-year Spring entry: Regular Decision October 15. Applications go through the Common App. There is no undergraduate application fee. Standardized tests (SAT/ACT) are optional.

Transfer Fall entry: priority deadlines March 15 and June 15, regular deadline July 15 (international living abroad: June 1). Transfer Spring entry: October 15.

Chicago-Kent J.D.: no application fee for 2026 J.D. applicants; first-year entry is Fall, with transfer entry in Fall or Spring.

Apply through the official page: https://www.iit.edu/admissions-aid/apply

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