Healthcare education is what we do at Midwestern University. We are committed to your success. Our faculty are
focused on preparing their future colleagues to lead the way in 21st-century healthcare practice.
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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
College of Health Sciences - Illinois Fall Commencement
The College of Health Sciences - Illinois (CHS) will hold its commencement ceremony on Thursday, August 31st at 9:30 AM. For more graduation information, please be sure to visit www.midwestern.edu/commencement.xml.
Downers Grove, IL
Casi Hudak
Cardiovascular Science/Perfusion Program, College of Health Sciences, Glendale, Class of 2024
The more responsibility I was given throughout my career, from volunteer to nursing assistant to perfusion assistant, the more I wanted to keep discovering my passion and helping others.
Health Careers Institute for High School Students Encourages Interactive Exploration
August 04, 2023
Inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals takes teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration - a core pillar of Midwestern University’s One Health philosophy.
Glendale, AZ
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Health Careers Institute for High School Students Encourages Interactive Exploration
August 04, 2023
Inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals takes teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration - a core pillar of Midwestern University’s One Health philosophy.
Glendale, AZ
PharmAcademy Introduces High School Students to Pharmacy Careers
August 02, 2023
PharmAcademy is an event held by the College of Pharmacy, Downers Grove (CPDG) at Midwestern University to inform high school students about various aspects of a pharmacy career, as they contemplate their future college options. The event was attended by 39 students from Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, and held under the direction of Sheila Wang, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP, Professor, Pharmacy Practice at the College of Pharmacy.
Downers Grove, IL
Midwestern University Students Earn Prestigious Community Service Fellowships
July 25, 2023
Three Midwestern University students have been selected for the distinguished Schweitzer Fellowship. As part of this year-long service-learning initiative, the students will craft and complete service projects aimed at tackling the healthcare challenges faced by marginalized communities in the Chicago area.Medical student Julia Kavanagh (Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine ’26) will partner with LYDIA Home to address the poor health outcomes of children in the foster care system. Dental medicine student Paige Madden (College of Dental Medicine-Illinois ’25) will work to make sure that senior citizens in our community benefit from preventative healthcare. Medical student Chirag Shah (Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine ’26) will create a medical literacy program that serves non-English speaking residents and provide information on accessing healthcare and understanding individual health.
Downers Grove, IL
Preschool Language Programs Benefit Community
July 18, 2023
As part of its service to the community, Midwestern University’s Speech-Language Institute offers biweekly programs for children experiencing issues with developmental language, such as delays with speech and articulation. The Little Sprouts program is offered to children between the ages of two and three, and the Shining Stars program is offered to children between the ages of three and five. Six Midwestern University students in the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program are involved in the programs. Each student is assigned two children to target specific speech and language goals, and the students are supervised by Cindy Krizizke, M.S., CCC-SLP, Clinical Assistant Professor, Speech-Language Pathology.
Downers Grove, IL
Casi Hudak
Cardiovascular Science/Perfusion Program, College of Health Sciences, Glendale, Class of 2024
The more responsibility I was given throughout my career, from volunteer to nursing assistant to perfusion assistant, the more I wanted to keep discovering my passion and helping others.
Johanna Richey, D.P.M.
Assistant Professor, Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
We all have something unique to contribute, and it’s okay to live the life that you’ve imagined.
Jessica Marevka
Clinical Psychology Program, Downers Grove, Class of 2024
While theater heavily influenced me to follow my interest in psychology, I quickly adapted the lens of wondering how the world around me would be different if mental illness was seen as equivalent to physical illness.
Nikki Jacobus
Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, Class of 2026
I love that Midwestern University focuses on learning how to work with others from fields within medicine different from our own.
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Physical Therapy Program - Downers Grove
Clinical Psychology Program - Downers Grove
Master of Biomedical Sciences - Downers Grove
Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences - Downers Grove
College of Dental Medicine - Illinois
Diversity Equity & Inclusion
At Midwestern University, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our academic life, campus community, and clinical practice. We value and celebrate the diverse backgrounds of each of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and patients. We strongly believe that a diverse and welcoming campus leads to innovation, creativity, collaboration, and understanding - values that are foundation aspects of healthcare education and patient care delivery. Diversity enriches the educational and employment experience for everyone and is a necessary part of excellence. We embrace open access to education and opportunity for everyone, and we are unequivocal in our support of underrepresented and historically marginalized groups. We also recognize that there is more work to be done. To ensure these ideals are upheld, we have established the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and have committed additional resources to further develop a fully inclusive community.
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.