As part of our mission to nurture a diverse and global student body, the English + Design program allows talented international designers to pursue a graduate degree at IIT Institute of Design (ID). This unique program of study combines English for Special Purpose (ESP) instruction with graduate level design education.
Curriculum + Courses
| First semester (typical) | Second semester (typical) |
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*Design electives that can be modified with approval of faculty and advisors.
- Students with TOEFL scores between 80-100 may be required to enroll in the English + Design program.
- For those students with TOEFL less than 80 or equivalent, IIT offers intensive English programs. Learn more.
Timing
- The program is taught over two semesters, concurrently with MDes coursework
- Students in the ESP + Design program complete 18 additional credit hours of instruction while pursuing their design courses. This adds one semester total to the standard MDes program.
Costs
Learn more about Fellowships + Financial Aid
| Tuition (2021-2022 rate) | $24,501 | per semester |
| Student fees, books, and supplies | $600* | per semester |
| Living expenses (room & board) | $6,750* | per semester |
| Health insurance | $1,687 | per year |
*estimated