RIT and XIT Partnership

Through the RIT | XIT Partnership, students from XIT can receive their Master's degree in as little as one year and receive special benefits when applying to RIT.

3+2

Complete 3 years of studies at XIT, then receive a Master's in 2 years from RIT

4+1

Complete 4 years of studies at XIT, then receive a Master's in 1 year from RIT

Benefits Exclusive to Students from XIT

Application Fee Waived

The $65 application fee is waived for students applying from XIT.

Expedited Application Review

Receive your admission decision and scholarship details within a few weeks.

Guaranteed Merit Scholarship

Scholarships are guaranteed for students from XIT.

Paid Work Experience

Gain work experience in the US with full-time, paid co-operative education per degree requirements.

Eligible Degrees

The following degrees from the College of Engineering Technology qualify for the RIT | XIT Partnership benefits.

Why RIT?

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Opportunities to gain valuable work experience through RIT's co-op program
Internationally ranked academic programs and faculty. RIT ranked 105th in the “National Universities” category according to U.S. News & World Report 2023
Small class size and personalized mentoring, providing hands-on and project-based experience
Excellent job placement and career opportunities
Cutting-edge classroom, research, and laboratory facilities
Special merit-based scholarship consideration

Learn more about why students choose RIT

RIT has among the most international students per capita on OPT/CPT and STEM authorizations in the United States; currently over 500 students.