Midwestern University

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Inspiring and Interdisciplinary Healthcare Education.

Midwestern University. Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team.

Academic Excellence

Learn from award winning faculty, practice at our University-owned clinics and be Day-One-Ready for your healthcare career.
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The Midwestern University Clinics

Midwestern University's curriculum include working with faculty on real patients at our university-operated clinics.

A Hands-on Learning Environment

Practice at our 10 University-Operated Clinics

Students get the patient experience necessary to help launch their successful healthcare careers.

Fully-licensed practitioners and graduate-level students work together to provide compassionate, quality healthcare using the latest technology in our state-of-the-art clinic facilities.

A true hands-on experience that enhances the MWU educational experience.

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Making a Difference Worldwide

Today, CCOM graduates approximately 200 students each year and has celebrated more than 10,000 alumni.

A Milestone Worth Celebrating: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine

125 Years

Midwestern University is celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) in 2025.

CCOM opened its doors in 1900. The school was established by J. Martin Littlejohn, D.O., and his brothers who shared a vision for a medical school that emphasized osteopathic principles.

Stats & Facts

Things to consider when evaluating healthcare education options.
36M+

Total annual

research investment

Research
38K+

Alumni

practicing globally

Alumni
12:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratios (average across both campuses)

Small class sizes help make the classroom experience more up-close and personal.

6K+

Students

dedicated to healthcare careers

Stories from Midwestern University

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Kathleen's Story

“I wish more people understood the depth and breadth of the field of speech-language pathology. Our work spans a wide range of environments and involves serving individuals with diverse backgrounds and diagnoses.”

Kathleen Post, M.S., CCC-SLP, Clinic Coordinator and Professor, Speech-Language Pathology Program College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove Campus Read more about Kathleen 's story
Dr. Shannon Scott

Shannon's Story

As a student, I was able to meet with my professors to discuss learning points and career path development. As a faculty member, the community embraces this culture for collaboration among interdisciplinary programs and projects.

Shannon Scott, D.O., FACOFP, Medical Director, Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic, Assistant Dean and Clinical Professor, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Read more about Shannon 's story
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Robin's Story

“If I can make a difference in even one person’s life by being someone they can trust and confide in, I consider that incredibly meaningful work.”

Robin Moscovitch, Clinical Psychology Program, Class of 2028 College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove Campus Read more about Robin 's story
Student Spotlight Dakota Marshall AZCOM

Dakota's Story

"There is always something groundbreaking on the horizon in medicine that will ultimately help patients, and I want to be a part of that."

Dakota Marshall, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Class of 2026 Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Read more about Dakota 's story

News at Midwestern

Midwestern’s Glendale Campus Receives Special Community Award

Midwestern University receives Adelante Healthcare’s Changemaker and Learning Award for its innovative training programs and long-standing partnership that improves health literacy, reduces inequities, and prepares future healthcare leaders in Arizona.

  • AZ - Glendale

What to Know About the Current Measles Outbreak

Pediatrician Dr. Horlick explains how people can be safe amidst the recent measles outbreak

  • AZ - Glendale
  • MWU Clinics

Midwestern University Eye Institute Adds New State-of-the-Art Refractive Suite with Advanced Vision-Correction Technology

LASIK, SMILE, implantable lenses, and refractive procedures now available to Eye Institute patients

  • AZ - Glendale
  • MWU Clinics
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Midwestern University Events

White Coat Ceremony - College of Health Sciences (IL)

First year students in the Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology, and Speech-Language Pathology programs will receive their white coats.

4:00 – 5:00pm CDT

Cardinal Hall

White Coat Ceremony – Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (IL)

First-year students in the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine will receive their white coats.

10:00 – 11:00am CDT

Cardinal Hall

Campus Locations

Two Great Campuses. Unlimited Possibilities.
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Illinois Downers Grove

Located just 25 miles west of Chicago. Students can study and live in the comfort and safety of a 105-acre campus in the suburbs and can practice at our University-owned clinics located just 10 minutes away.

Midwestern University Arizona campus.
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Arizona Glendale

Located just 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix. Students can study and live on our sprawling 143-acre campus and practice at our University-owned clinics located just across the street.