Illinois Institute of Technology, commonly referred to as Illinois Tech, is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois. DePaul University is a private Catholic research university in Chicago, Illinois.
| Illinois Institute of Technology | DePaul University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.1 Out of 10 | 4.1 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 98 US News 2024 # 351 Times Higher Education 2024 # 469 QS World University 2024 | # 151 US News 2024 # 1422 US News 2023 # 1422 US News 2022 |
| Subject Strength | # 121 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 99 for Law by US News 2024 | # 135 for Law by US News 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -42 PG Programs -63 Doctorate Programs -4 | UG Programs -134 PG Programs -98 Doctorate Programs -1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 57.1 % | 69.8 % |
| Exam Score | GRE updated-300 IELTS-6.5 PTE-63 SAT-1230 TOEFL-70 | IELTS-6.5 TOEFL-80 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 48670 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 53262 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 24382 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 41361 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 28224 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 31692 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Average salary 60,000 USD; Top recruiters: Enablon, Prada, Motorola Inc., Ferrovial Agroman, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.; Masters in Science- 108,000 USD; Masters (Others)- 85,000 USD. | The programs and the average salary are as follows: Doctorate: $140,000 MBA: $115,000 Masters of Arts: $100,000 Masters in Science: $93,000 Masters in Finance: $69,000 Bachelor of Science: $65,000 |
| application requirements | Academic transcripts; 2-3 LORs; Personal Statement; Resume (for Business & Clinical programs); Standardized test scores; Proof of English language proficiency | Submit official transcripts of all previous education Submit English language proficiency test scores Check program specific requirements |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.8/10 Read 3 reviews | 6.2/10 Read 1 reviews |
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| General Facts | Illinois Institute of Technology | DePaul University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1890 | 1898 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 12:1 | 16:1 |
| Male:Female | 69% Male, 31% Female | 48% Male, 52% Female |
| Location Facts | five campuses in the Chicago area. Miles Campus (main campus) located on Chicago's south side; 15 minutes from downtown and less a mile away from Lake Michigan. | DePaul's two campuses are in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago and in the downtown Loop area. |
| Library | over 1.8 million volumes (including books, journals, newspapers, videos, DVDs, maps, microforms, government documents, etc.); Electronic resources- full-text e-journals & e-books, over 100 online research databases, etc. | DePaul University Library supports faculty teaching and research, and also partners with faculty to promote student success by providing research help and instruction, as well as access to resources. |
| Campus Life | over 150 student clubs; 664+ campus events every year; 17 Varsity Sports Teams; Illinois Tech Esports; Academic Resource Center (ARC); Student Health and Wellness Center; International Center; Sports facilities- Keating Sports Center, Ed Glancy Field, Stuart Field, Chicago Lakefront Trail, Dunbar Park, XS Tennis, etc. | DePaul has more than 350 student organizations dedicated to community service, student government, professional development, recreational sports and more. The easiest way to learn about all of DePaul's student organizations is to attend the semi-annual Student Involvement Fair. It's held at the beginning of the Fall and Winter quarters at both the Loop and Lincoln Park campuses. University's on-campus dorms, suites and apartments are comfortable, spacious and full of students giving the students an instant sense of community when they walk through the door. Students can play various type of sports like basketball, volleyball, swimming etc. The DePaul Art Museum (DPAM) features international and national, contemporary and historical work — including work from Salvador Dali, Francisco De Goya and Andy Warhol. The university also provides various resources to the students like mental health counselling, health services etc. |
| Hostel | #Room & Board - $10800 #Rooms - $6842 | #On campus - $13797 #Off campus (not with family) - $13797 #Off campus (with family) - $4098 |
| Famous Alumni | 80,701 living alumni; Martin Cooper (Inventor of the mobile phone); Sanjay Kirloskar (Chairman & MD at Kirloskar Brothers Ltd.); Rajeev Chandrasekhar (MP, Member of the team which designed the Pentium chip, Founder of BPL Mobile); Jack Steinberger (Physicist); Helmut Jahn (American-German architect); Robert Pritzker (American businessman); Susan Solomon (Chemist); Art Paul (American graphic designer); Nandamuri Kalyan Ram (Indian Actor); Sherwood Anderson (American novelist) | Richard Driehaus, CEO, Driehaus Capital Management Andre Brown, forward, NBA 2007–2015 |
| City Life | Chicago- 3rd most populous city, 3rd largest gross metropolitan product and 2nd largest central business district in USA. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan. Home to several Fortune 500 companies (such as Boeing, McDonald's, Walgreens, Kraft Heinz, etc.). Famous landmarks include Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry, Navy Pier, etc. | The third-largest city in the U.S., Chicago, is the ideal city for people who want to live in a world-class city with Midwest values. The Windy City offers more than its fair share of culture, Michelin-starred restaurants, world-class business districts, and neighborhoods that are its true character. Despite not having access to the coast like its urban rivals, New York and Los Angeles, the Chicago lakefront is a significant part of city life. With numerous beaches, waterfront restaurants, and an abundance of recreational activities, the lakefront offers a nice reprieve from the summer heat. The bulk of Chicago’s scene surrounds the downtown areas of River North and the Loop. Chicago’s 77 different neighborhoods offer their own unique flair of attractions, culture, and history. Chicago’s job market is robust- always in search of top talent. High-paying positions are in high demand. Marketing jobs in Chicago, in particular, are a popular career in the industries of sports entertainment, tech companies, startups, and major corporations like Morningstar, United, and Boeing. |
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