Illinois Institute of Technology has announced its first Mumbai campus at Godrej Business District, marking the entry of a US university into the city. Offering US-accredited degrees in tech and business fields, the campus has received over 1,000 enquiries from India and overseas within two months
In a reversal of the traditional “study abroad” dream, international students are now eyeing India as a higher education destination. Illinois Institute of Technology has announced its Mumbai campus at Godrej Business District, becoming the first US university to establish a base in the city and attracting enquiries from students across India, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
What’s happening
>> First US university campus in Mumbai
>> Located at Godrej Business District
>> Over 1000 enquiries in two months
>> Interest from India, diaspora, Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia
“The Mumbai campus is envisioned as a South Asian hub with a multicultural student cohort from the first year,” said Raj Echambadi, President of Illinois Tech
Courses on offer
>> 4 undergraduate
>> 4 postgraduate
Fields
>> Computer Science
>> Data Science
>> Business
>> Artificial Intelligence
Degrees and standards
Degrees awarded: US-accredited
Accreditation body: Higher Learning Commission
>> Curriculum mirrors Chicago campus
>> No extra Indian approvals needed
Can India become a study destination?
Karan Gupta, consultant
“India offers credible academics, English-medium education and lower costs, which makes it attractive. The challenge is delivery; smoother visas, housing and clearer career pathways are needed.”
Dhaval Mehta, consultant
“These campuses can build a stronger ecosystem with global students and the Indian diaspora, but infrastructure and space constraints will determine success.”
Joyce Issac, consultant
“India has a cost advantage and strong academic base, but facilities, labs and student experience must match global campuses.”
