Visit Us

Attend an Open House

For an in-depth look at the campus, academic programs, and student life, an open house is a great time to visit. Students, their families, and guests will be treated to a welcome, tours of Main Campus, academic exploration sessions with faculty members, and staff from various student service departments on hand to answer questions.

To attend an open house, just register using our online registration form (see below). Registration for each open house will open approximately two months before the event.

2009 Open Houses

Summer Open Houses
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Event Registration and Information

Fall and Spring Individual Visit Opportunities

Students and their families may schedule an appointment to meet with one of our admission counselors, Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm throughout the academic year. Appointments generally last about an hour and can cover a variety of topics. We encourage all students to visit with a counselor at least once during or before the application process so that all of their questions can be adequately answered. A complimentary lunch can also be included with your appointment upon request.

Tours of historic Main Campus, guided by our student ambassadors, leave from the Office of Undergraduate Admission Monday through Friday at 12 pm. Students, their families and guests are welcome to join the tour and see classrooms, The McCormick Tribune Campus Center (MTCC), National Historic Landmark S.R. Crown Hall, residence halls, and more.

Students planning to enroll for the Fall 2009 term may also schedule an appointment to meet with a faculty member within their desired academic field. Due to scheduling and space considerations, we ask that these requests be made at least two weeks prior to the appointment.

To schedule an appointment, use our online weekday visit request form, or call us at 312.567.3025. Please request your appointment and receive confirmation at least one week in advance for local students, and before making any travel plans for those traveling from outside the Chicago area.

Note: Schedule varies for holidays, special event and open house days, and summer. Call 312.567.3025 for more details.

Visit Saturdays

Can't come for a visit during the week? On select Saturday mornings throughout the academic year, the Office of Admission will be open from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm, offering campus tours with a student ambassador and a presentation with a member of our admission staff covering IIT, the application and enrollment process, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

Please choose your desired Saturday Visit date and complete our online Saturday visit request form, or call us at 312.567.3025. A confirmation of your registration will be sent from our visit coordinator to the email address given during registration. If time permits, you will also be sent a confirmation packet via US Post.

Visit Saturdays available throughout the 2009-2010 academic year:

Sept 12, 19
Oct 24 (10/3 is Fall OH I)
Nov 7 (11/14 is Fall OH II)
Jan 16, 30
March 6, 27
May 1, 22 (For Admitted and Deposited Students Only)
June 5, 19 (For Admitted and Deposited Students Only)

2009 Summer Visit Opportunities

Chicago Summers

Chicago holds many exciting events and activities throughout the summer that you may want to plan for, along with your trip to IIT's Main Campus. For information on other events happening in the city, check out the City of Chicago's website at egov.cityofchicago.org.

It's hard to say what Chicago weather will be like (90 degrees and humid or 70 degrees and breezy), so go to Chicago Tribune's Weather Forecast to see what you can expect while you're here.

Schedule an Individual Visit

Monday, May 18 through Friday, August 7, students and their families may schedule an appointment to meet with one of our admission counselors Monday through Friday between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. As with appointments scheduled throughout the academic year, they generally last about an hour, and can cover a variety of topics. We encourage all students to visit with a counselor at least once during or before the application process so that all of their questions can be adequately answered.

During the Summer, one-hour walking tours of campus are available Monday through Friday at 12:00 pm.

Limited appointments will be scheduled from Monday, August 10 through Friday, August 21 so be sure to call for availability.

Please register for your visit prior to making any travel plans to ensure a successful trip to campus. For further information, please call us at 312.567.3025 or 800.448.2329 (Outside of Chicago), or email us at visit@iit.edu.

Summer Open House Opportunities

Information about summer open houses is available here.

Special Events

Throughout the year, events are held which are focused specifically on a particular group of students. For summer 2009 visit opportunities, see our open house and individual visit sections of this page.

Group / Special Visits

Special visits for school groups or organizations who are interested in getting an inside look at student life at IIT and the college admission process can be scheduled through the Office of Undergraduate Admission. We offer student led group tours and special presentations with IIT staff throughout different times of the year.

For information about availability and planning your group's visit, please contact our Undergraduate Admission Event Manager, Rebecca Fortier, at 312.567.5193 or 800.448.2329 (outside of Chicago), or fortier@iit.edu. You may also register for group visits using our online form.

Please allow one month's notice when scheduling your group's visit.

Virtual Tour

The Virtual Tour makes it easy for you to get a feel for the unique architecture, facilities and surroundings of the IIT campus, all without having to leave the comfort of your own home. Just sit back, go through the numerous slideshows, and read up on each of IIT's main attractions. The Virtual Tour is ideal for those of you who can't make it out for an in-person visit — or even for those of you who can or have but are curious to learn more!

IIT Visitors' Hotel Rates

IIT offers visitors' rates for select hotels. Note: For all Hotels, say that you're looking for the "IIT Visitor Rate."

Best Western River North

125 W. Ohio
Chicago, IL 60610
800.727.0800 (Please call for the IIT rate)
www.chicagosbesthotel.com

2009 Rate:

01/01-03/31: Sun-Thur $109.00 Single or Double
Fri/Sat $129.00 Single or Double
04/01-11/30: Sun-Thur $159.00 Single or Double
Fri/Sat $179.00 Single or Double
12/01-12/30: Sun-Thur $109.00 Single or Double
Fri/Sat $129.00 Single or Double
Has 1 Free Parking Space with Each Room
Has Free Breakfasts for up to 2 Guests with Each Room

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

1100 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
800.472.6875

2009 Rate:

$105.00 per room, per night for Standard Single/Double Occupancy (One King or Two Double Beds)
$115.00 Room with Lake View (Has One Queen Bed)
$125.00 Executive Room (Has One King Bed)

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, IL 60616
800.233.1234

IIT rate is 20% off the daily rate
Shuttles offered to Downtown

Further Travel Information

Here are some useful documents:

Map of Main Campus
Directions to Main Campus
IIT visitors' rates for selected area hotels
Find out about exciting things to do in Chicago and throughout the State of Illinois while you're here
Recommended Restaurants around Chicago

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about a visit, or would like to schedule an appointment, please call us at 312.567.3025 or 800.448.2329, or email visit@iit.edu.

Individuals or families who might require additional assistance for disabilities or dietary restrictions during their visit should contact Bridget Bond, Assistant Director of Admission, at 312.567.3015; we will be pleased to assist you during your visit.