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Master of High Performance Buildings

Illinois Institute of Technology

Chicago, United States
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master of High Performance Buildings at Illinois Tech: energy-efficient, Healthy and sustainable buildings.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core concepts relevant to the program discipline. Analyze practical and academic problems. Communicate ideas effectively. Use appropriate professional tools and methods. Work responsibly in collaborative settings.

Career outcomes

Program Coordinator
Operations Officer
Project Assistant
Client Services Officer
Administrative Coordinator

Curriculum

Post-professional 30-credit
One-year programme with flexibility for working professionals
Building understanding of theories
Methods and technologies for energy-efficient and sustainable buildings. Applicants need a professional Bachelor of Architecture or an engineering master degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent; GRE optional for master's (individual departments may differ)

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent; GRE optional for master's (individual departments may differ)

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Passport or government identification
Academic transcripts
Bachelor degree certificate
Curriculum vitae
English or teaching-language proficiency evidence

How to apply

Review postgraduate entry requirements. Prepare undergraduate transcripts and degree certificates. Prepare a curriculum vitae and supporting documents. Complete the online application. Submit teaching-language proficiency evidence if required. Pay the application fee and acceptance deposit. Await the admission decision. Complete enrolment and student visa steps after accepting the offer.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$35,575 USD
Application fee	$100 USD
Deposit	$300 USD

Program details

Campus	Mies Campus
Faculty or school	School of Architecture; School of Engineering, Applied Science, And Health
Department	Academic Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Institutional merit scholarship opportunities are available to eligible applicants, With award criteria and deadlines varying by admission category.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.