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Illinois Tech Becomes First US University Approved to Establish Degree-Granting Campus in India

The Mumbai campus, set to open in fall 2026, will offer globally accredited programs under India’s National Education Policy 2020 framework.

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Illinois Tech to become first US university to set up degree campus in India
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Overview

  • India's University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially approved Illinois Institute of Technology to open a degree-granting campus in Mumbai, marking the first such approval for a US university.
  • The campus will offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in computer science, engineering, and business, replicating Illinois Tech's experiential and industry-aligned Chicago curriculum.
  • Students will benefit from Illinois Tech’s Elevate program, which integrates academic learning with internships, research, and real-world projects, alongside opportunities for cross-campus exposure with US faculty.
  • The move aligns with India’s National Education Policy 2020, which aims to internationalize higher education and position India as a global education hub by 2047.
  • Graduate student interest from India at Illinois Tech has surged by over 70% in the past five years, reflecting strong demand for globally recognized degrees offered locally.