Illinois Institute of Technology Scholarships for African Students
Illinois Tech in Chicago offers automatic merit awards of US$22,000–US$31,000/year to international undergraduates (including Africans) plus the Heald International Scholarship for top applicants.
At a glance
- Sponsor
- Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), Chicago
- Level
- Undergraduate and select Master's
- Funding
- US$22,000–US$31,000/year auto-merit + Heald top-up to full tuition
- Deadline
- Early Action Nov 1 · Regular Feb 1 (undergraduate)
Who is eligible
- International first-year applicant (including African passport holders) with strong academics.
- SAT 1200+/ACT 25+ recommended for higher merit tiers; test-optional through 2026.
- Apply via the Common Application or the Illinois Tech application.
- Heald International Scholarship requires a video interview and additional essay.
What the award covers
- Camras Scholars Program — full tuition + on-campus housing (very selective)
- Heald International Scholarship — top-up to full tuition
- Automatic merit awards: US$22,000–US$31,000/year, renewable 4 years
- Additional STEM, design and architecture program-specific awards
How to apply
- Submit the Common App or Illinois Tech application by November 1 for Camras / Heald consideration.
- Send official secondary-school transcripts and predicted grades.
- Two letters of recommendation; one from a math or science teacher for STEM programs.
- Camras and Heald finalists interview in January and February.
Frequently asked questions
Are African students eligible for Camras and Heald?
Yes. Both Camras (full ride) and Heald (top-up to full tuition) are open to international applicants, including African students.
Is Illinois Tech a strong STEM school?
Yes. Illinois Tech is highly regarded for engineering, computer science, architecture, and design. It hosts the IIT Stuart School of Business and the Institute of Design.
Is Chicago safe and affordable?
Illinois Tech's 30th Street campus is a walkable, modernist enclave just south of downtown Chicago. Cost of living is moderate compared with NYC or Boston.
Do I need SAT or ACT?
No — Illinois Tech is test-optional through 2026. Submitting strong scores (SAT 1300+, ACT 28+) does strengthen merit-award consideration.