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Indiana Tech is a student-centered environment, dedicated to preparing students for professional and personal success in the real world. To that end, Indiana Tech is committed to relationship-based education and academic excellence. Supportive teachers, staff, and administrators who want to make a significant difference in the lives of students and the community are the hallmark of a Tech education. Most importantly, Indiana Tech fosters a life of balance among academics, social and cultural activities.

Founded in 1930, Indiana Tech is a private, four-year, comprehensive university.

Mission

Indiana Tech provides learners of all ages with a career-focused professional education in the areas of business, computer studies, engineering, and other professional concentrations; prepares them for active participation in the complex, global society of the 21st century; and motivates them toward a life of significance and worth.

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana. 125 miles northeast of Indianapolis and 160 miles southeast of Chicago.

Student Profile

869 students (65% male, 35% female). 62% Caucasion, 22% African-American, 1% American Indian/Alaskan Native, 1% Asian/Pacific Islander, 1.7% Hispanic, 2.3% International,10% Other.

Faculty Profile

36 full-time undergraduate professors. 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Average class size of 19.

Athletics

NAIA, Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference, 17 varsity sports (8 men's: baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, and track; 9 women's: basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, track, and volleyball) and a wide variety of intramural sports. Indiana Tech also has 3 spirit teams (also offering scholarships): cheer, band, and dance.

Accreditation

Indiana Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, while the mechanical and electrical engineering programs are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). For more information, visit www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.

The university is approved and officially recognized by the U.S. Office of Education and the U.S. State Department and is approved by the State Approval Agency for the enrollment of veterans and eligible persons.

Additionally, the university is a member of the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) and adheres to its policies and practices.