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You Want to Make a Difference
At Midwestern University, we do everything it takes to help you become everything you want to be.
25,000+
alumni
successfully practicing
across all 50 states.
215,000+
patients
served at our clinics in Glendale
and Downers Grove.
$31.5
million+
total annual
research investment.
Happening now at Midwestern University
Virtual Health Sciences Career Month
The Health Sciences Career Month is designed for high school classes to attend online presentations created by Midwestern University’s healthcare professionals.
Glendale, AZ
Midwestern University Official Statement for Spring Quarter on Our Campuses
Midwestern University’s Campuses in Downers Grove, IL, and Glendale, AZ will continue the hybrid learning model for the Spring 2021 academic quarter.
Message of Support and Action
June 05, 2020
Midwestern University has historically been an organization that stands on our principles, mission and values. We care deeply about all people, all students, and those who entrust their careers with us.
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Message and Information on COVID-19 Vaccines
Midwestern University to Hold Free Dental Care Day for Veterans
March 02, 2021
On Saturday, April 17th, the Midwestern University Dental Institute at 5855 West Utopia Road in Glendale will open its doors from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM to provide free dental care and consultations to Valley military veterans who are unable to afford care.
Glendale, AZ
Delta Dental of Illinois Creates Diversity Scholarship for Midwestern University Students
March 02, 2021
Midwestern University in cooperation with Delta Dental of Illinois is pleased to announce the establishment of a new scholarship fund intended to foster student body diversity and extend opportunities for healthcare students from underrepresented minority groups. Two $50,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to eligible students of the University’s College of Dental Medicine-Illinois.
Downers Grove, IL
Midwestern University Official Statement for Spring Quarter on Our Campuses
March 02, 2021
Midwestern University’s Campuses in Downers Grove, IL, and Glendale, AZ will continue the hybrid learning model for the Spring 2021 academic quarter.
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Midwestern Students Partner with Local Agencies to Host Valentine’s Event
February 12, 2021
Midwestern University students recently hosted a virtual Valentine’s Dance for 80 clients from the South East Association for Special Parks and Recreation (SEASPAR), the Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA), and the West Chicago High School Best Buddies Program. The virtual event was organized by students in the Clinical Psychology Program and sponsored by the College of Health Sciences, the Office of Student Services, and the Clinical Psychology Program.
Downers Grove, IL
Celine Gabai, O.D.
Arizona College of Optometry, 2017
I use my clan and kinship terms with my patients to make them feel welcome and more at ease.
Carla Gallevo
College of Graduate Studies, 2021
With the faculty's guidance, I know that I will not only be successful in my studies, but I will also be a well-rounded individual who can quickly adapt to any future work environment.
Joseph Delgado
Chicago College of Optometry, 2024
At Midwestern, I know my voice will be heard and I know I will have a strong hand in deciding my path through the four-year program.
Caitlyn Albano
College of Health Sciences, Clinical Psychology, 2024
I fell in love with the school’s atmosphere and the energy it had. It was honestly one of my most challenging and memorable interview experiences, and it gave me the ability to meet a lot of the faculty and get a sense of the true environment there.
Message and Information on COVID-19 Vaccines
Safely on Campus
Stay Safe - Healthy Distance
Stay Safe - Three Things We Can Do
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Physical Therapy Program - Downers Grove
One
Health
Initiative
The principles of the One Health Initiative are a core component of our healthcare philosophy. One Health Initiative recognizes that the health of humans is connected to the health of animals and the environment.
Mission
&
Vision
Our mission is to provide you with the tools, the guidance and the support you need to achieve success as a compassionate, skilled, and community-oriented healthcare professional.
Our
History
Midwestern University has a proud and impressive history. For over a century, Midwestern University has been meeting the educational needs of the healthcare community.
Our
Leadership
Our University leaders have one goal in mind: providing the best educational opportunities for students in order to create an outstanding team of healthcare professionals.
Two Great Campuses. Unlimited Possibilities.
We are here to help you succeed. Every step of the way. At Midwestern University, you’ll benefit from hands-on training, expert faculty mentors, and patient-focused programs. No matter which campus you choose, we are ready to help you realize your dream of being a healthcare professional.