by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Illinois Tech worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Illinois Tech is ranked #1,664 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Illinois, it ranks #80 of 112 for value.
Among the majors Illinois Tech offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Computer Engineering | #13 of 19 |
| Architectural Engineering | #16 of 23 |
| Engineering | #16 of 23 |
| Industrial & Management Engineering | #22 of 33 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | #24 of 39 |
| Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology | #35 of 67 |
| Architectural Sciences & Technology | #36 of 68 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #36 of 68 |
| Artificial Intelligence | #36 of 64 |
| Information Systems | #36 of 64 |
Below is the detailed Illinois Tech value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Illinois Institute of Technology is ranked #11 out of #129 in Illinois for quality and #80 out of #112 for Illinois value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Illinois Tech financial aid page to be sure.
Illinois Institute of Technology is ranked #1,664 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Illinois Institute of Technology is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Illinois Tech costs about $20,462. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $81,847 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $69,343 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $18,425 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,462 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $81,847 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Illinois Tech net price and the factors that affect it.
What Illinois Tech costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Illinois Tech degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $277,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $81,847 | #1,664 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $73,700 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $277,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $81,847 | #80 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $73,700 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Illinois Tech shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,222 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,488 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,566 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,765 |
| Over $110K | $31,456 |
About 96% of Illinois Tech undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $38,732 per year. Get more details on the Illinois Tech financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Illinois Tech cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.