Illinois Tech College of Computing

We’re proud to be ranked #64 Best School for Computer Science in the U.S. by Times Higher Education. This recognition highlights our commitment to top-tier teaching, groundbreaking research, and a global perspective that prepares students to shape the future of technology. https://lnkd.in/gJi5YcUn

What does a high-impact day look like for an Illinois Tech student? For Rojeena, it begins with focused midterm prep in the Kaplan Institute, continues with a quick CTA Red Line commute to her internship in Chicago, and ends with a workout and skyline view that helps her reset and recharge.

Experience Illinois Tech from anywhere. Explore iconic architecture, innovative labs, student spaces, and residence halls through our virtual campus tour. See where future technologists learn, collaborate, and build what’s next. 🎥 Take the tour: https://lnkd.in/gcQ4qSaM

The Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence at Illinois Tech has been ranked the #1 AI program in the nation for 2026 by https://bit.ly/2QM8JpG. Recognized for its depth and technical rigor, the program reflects Illinois Tech’s early and enduring commitment to artificial intelligence as a standalone discipline. As one of the first universities in the country, and the first in the Midwest, to offer an undergraduate AI degree, Illinois Tech continues to set the pace for industry-aligned, future-ready education. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4r8ZLmF

Calling all computing students! Stay plugged into the action this semester with College of Computing events designed to connect you with people and possibilities. 🗓️ Full schedule here: https://lnkd.in/gi9DZmpm

The Illinois Tech College of Computing is pleased to share that 266 students were named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2025, a distinction that recognizes diligent scholarship, academic excellence, and sustained commitment to learning. This milestone reflects the collective ambition and discipline powering our academic community. Congratulations to all who reached this milestone. Your dedication today is shaping the future of computing.

Think AI careers begin and end in big tech? The landscape is shifting. Banking and financial services are rapidly investing in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science—hiring talent across model development, risk analytics, generative AI, and information security. As tech companies navigate change, financial institutions are offering something graduates increasingly value: stability, scale, and meaningful impact. At Illinois Tech’s College of Computing, AI is integrated across our degree programs, preparing students to apply advanced computing skills where decisions shape global markets. For the next generation of technologists, tech banking is emerging as one of the most compelling paths forward. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3FYqpME

Representatives from Illinois Tech’s CyberHawks cybersecurity student organization earned third place at the Great Lakes Regional of the Global Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC), distinguishing themselves among teams from 10 universities in a rigorous, real-world simulation of professional penetration testing work. The team—Mohamed Trigui (CS, M.A.S. CYF, 5th Year), Benjamin de Pater (CS, 4th Year), Lucas Ferguson (CS, 4th Year), Natorion Johnson (ECE, 3rd Year), Kacper Stasik (CS, 4th Year), and Mohithaa Ekambaram (M.A.S. CYF, 2nd Year)—demonstrated how technical mastery is amplified by communication, teamwork, and strategic thinking. Supported by alum and coach John Ford (ECE, M.S. ECE ’23), Industry Professor James Papademas, and faculty access to Illinois Tech’s cyber range in the Smart Tech Lab, this achievement reflects the College of Computing’s commitment to preparing students for the realities and responsibilities of modern cybersecurity practice. https://lnkd.in/gNB7VsDj

Featured in the latest issue of ZIZU, student-created magazine by Nana Kofi Minta Addadzi-Koom (M.S. TENR ’25), Kaya J. (CS ’25) shares her journey into tech and entrepreneurship. Kaya discovered HTML in high school and went on to intern at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and AutoZone, building a path fueled by curiosity, collaboration, and resilience. As president of the Black Student Athlete Association and co-founder of Mosaic, she is creating inclusive spaces and innovative solutions for authentic hiring practices. Read the full feature to learn more about Kaya’s journey and vision: https://lnkd.in/gP_r6_Ew

Md. Samiur Rahman (M.S. CS, 2nd Year) recently contributed to a Nature-published paper demonstrating how an integrated Internet of Things (IoT) architecture can redefine how a single-family home produces, stores, and manages renewable energy. By uniting solar and wind generation, battery storage, IoT sensors, cloud-based machine learning, and adaptive control strategies, the system achieved measurable impact: higher efficiency, lower energy costs, and meaningful reductions in carbon emissions. Samiur led the development of the IoT architecture and hybrid energy framework, tackling real-world challenges from algorithm optimization to device interoperability through rigorous testing and validation. Learn more about how our students are shaping what’s next: https://bit.ly/4bMszMT