2401 Research Drive
Box 8301
Raleigh, NC 27695-8301

The Institute of Textile Technology is a private Graduate School founded by textile industry leaders in 1944. Research is the core of ITT's academic program, and both faculty and students conduct studies on manufacturing methods and competitiveness issues. The Institute of Textile Technology is also home to the Textile Analysis and Troubleshooting Laboratory, which provides testing and analysis services for member companies.

Scholarly research is a key component of the curriculum, and courses are supplemented by seminars, group studies, and summer internships. Each year, up to 15 students who have been accepted into the master's degree program at North Carolina State University's College of Textiles are invited to pursue their degree through the "ITT Fellows" program. The degree is issued by NCSU; however, ITT Fellows are required to complete additional coursework, seminars, and activities planned by the Institute.

distance learning is available through NCSU, and the Institute of Textile Technology offers professional education and executive conferences as well.

Quick Facts:

This year, more than 20 research projects are completed by ITT Fellows and NCSU faculty.

More than 85% of membership dues for the Textile and Material Research Consortium are used to fund research.

The Institute of Textile Technology is now located on the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University.

Students can earn their master's degree in Textile engineering, Textile Chemistry, and Textiles with a Technology/Management focus.

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