Science + Health: Advance Discovery & Wellbeing
Leverage Chicago’s robust healthcare ecosystem, with unparalleled access to leading medical centers, research institutions like Argonne National Laboratory, and health-tech incubators like MATTER, or Fulton Labs. Here, you will build strong scientific foundations and gain hands-on lab experience to solve critical challenges. This immersive environment prepares you for careers at the vital intersection of science, health, and technology—from biomedical research and pharmaceutical science to healthcare data analytics and medical technology development.
Take the Next Step. Find and secure experiences, connect with Career Services to prepare for technical interviews and graduate school applications, and meet alumni mentors. Elevate, Your Future.
Essential Skills for Success
- Technical Prowess: Master laboratory techniques, research methodology, data collection and statistical analysis, scientific instrumentation, technical reporting, regulatory compliance, and health informatics.
- Transferable Strengths: Hone critical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, scientific communication, collaboration, project management, ethical reasoning, and cross-disciplinary thinking.
Illinois Tech’s science and health programs, combined with Elevate experiences, develop both the technical expertise and professional skills needed to excel in these diverse and evolving fields.












