Info Webinar for Advisors: Graduate Programs in Design

Designed specifically for college and academic advisors, this webinar will provide an overview of the Master of Design (MDes) programs at the Institute of Design (ID) at Illinois Tech—one of the nation's most forward-thinking design schools, and the only design school in the US dedicated entirely to graduate students.

Discover how our programs prepare students to lead in areas like human-centered innovation, systems thinking, digital transformation, and socially responsible design. We’ll share insights on our curriculum, student support, career outcomes, and how your students can successfully apply. Plus, you’ll learn how design can be a powerful path for students from diverse academic backgrounds.

Whether your students are studying the arts, engineering, business, or social sciences, this session will help you identify who may thrive at ID and how to guide them toward this transformative opportunity.

What You’ll Learn:

• The unique value and structure of ID’s Master of Design programs
• Ideal candidate profiles
• Application timeline and tips
• How advisors can partner with us to support future design leaders

Who Should Attend:

• College and university academic advisors
• Transfer and career counselors
• Educators who support students interested in advanced study in design