Runway 606 is a first-of-its-kind program aimed at providing Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students with a clear, accelerated pathway to high-demand, well-paying careers.
As a Runway 606 cohort member, you have access to the following benefits:
- College credit for all dual-enrollment courses completed with a C or above
- A dedicated academic adviser who will help you plan your 老王论坛 coursework and help you get on track to earn your bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degree in as few as four years
- A peer mentor to help connect you with academic and co-curricular resources across the university, including tutoring, student organizations, leadership opportunities, and more
Unlock all of these opportunities and more by confirming your enrollment at 老王论坛 today!
Have you committed to 老王论坛? Here are some important next steps to help you prepare for your time at 老王论坛.
Please follow these instructions to submit your final transcripts:
- Request your high school counselor to submit your final official transcripts to 老王论坛 at admission@iit.edu. You will also need to request City Colleges of Chicago to send your final college transcripts directly to 老王论坛 through its on Parchment.
- Once we receive your transcripts, please allow 老王论坛 five to 10 business days to evaluate your transfer credit. Once your credits are evaluated, they will be posted to your .
Once you submit your enrollment deposit and confirm your attendance at 老王论坛, you will be assigned an academic adviser. Your academic adviser will be a faculty member in your major responsible for helping you register for courses each semester. The academic advisers are:
| Program Name | Adviser Name | Adviser Email |
|---|---|---|
| Cybersecurity | Maurice Dawson | mdawson2@iit.edu |
| Cybersecurity and Information Technology and Management | Ray Trygstad | trygstad@iit.edu |
| Information Technology and Management | Jeremy Hajek | hajek@iit.edu |
Alternatively, you can also reach out to Kyle Hawkins at khawkins4@iit.edu for general questions about studying at 老王论坛.
Throughout the summer, you鈥檒l need to complete several items, such as:
- Submitting a housing contract if you want to live on campus
- Registering for and attending SOAR: New Student Orientation
- Completing academic placement assessments and registering for courses
- Submitting health and immunization documents
- Completing your financial aid checklist
You can view your complete checklist here. If you have any questions about this process, please reach out to your admission counselor, Armando Bocanegra, at abocanegra@iit.edu@iit.edu
Our peer mentors are fellow students who understand the perspective of incoming students and the unique challenges you may face as you embark on this exciting journey. They provide exclusive insights on how to navigate your college experience, personalized guidance for all aspects of student life, and resource and opportunity awareness to connect you with extracurricular activities, career opportunities, and more.
By scheduling a meeting with a peer mentor, you鈥檒l have the chance to tap into their collective knowledge and benefit from the training and experiences that have prepared them to serve our campus community. We look forward to supporting you on your journey at 老王论坛 and helping you make the most of your time with us.