Admissions Process

Explore Midwestern University's admissions process, program requirements, and campus details in Illinois and Arizona. Start your application journey today!

Start the application process today.

At Midwestern University (MWU), we invest in you! We want to prepare you for a great future - helping others, serving the community, and making a real difference. Join us and start your journey to becoming a vital member of the 21st-century healthcare team.

Applications are online and admissions requirements may vary by campus location and program. 

View MWU Degrees & Programs
 

Midwestern University Program Requirements

Find the admissions process and requirements for each program by using the catalog and/or application links below.

 
Degree / ProgramCourse Catalog Link Application Link
Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.)Apply at ADEA AADSAS
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia 
Entry into Practice (D.N.A.P.)
[Glendale, AZ campus only]
Apply at NursingCAS
Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • BSN to DNP Admissions
    (Catalog information coming soon. Expected start date: Fall 2027)
  • BSN to DNP-FNP Admissions 
    (Catalog information coming soon. Expected start date: Fall 2027)
  • MSN to DNP-Online Admissions 
Apply at NursingCAS
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)Apply at OTCAS
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)Apply at OptomCAS
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)Apply at AACOMAS
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)Apply at PharmCAS
Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)Apply at PTCAS
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.)
[Glendale, AZ campus only]
Apply at AACPMAS
Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)Apply at PSYCAS
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.)
[Glendale, AZ campus only]
Apply at VMCAS
Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences (M.A.)Apply at PostbacCAS
Master of Biomedical Sciences (M.B.S.)Apply at PostbacCAS
Master of Medical Science in 
Physician Assistant Studies (M.M.S.)
Apply at CASPA
Master of Occupational Therapy (M.O.T.)Apply at OTCAS
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
[online]
Apply at MWU
Master of Science in Cardiovascular 
Science (M.S.)
[Glendale, AZ campus only]
Apply at AHCAS
Master of Science in Nursing - 
Adult-Gerontology Primary 
Care Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.)
Apply at NursingCAS
Master of Science in Nursing - 
Family Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.)
  • Catalog information coming soon. Expected start date: Fall 2027
Apply at NursingCAS
Master of Science in Nursing - 
Nurse Leadership (M.S.N.)
[online]
Apply at NursingCAS
Master of Science in Precision Medicine (M.S.)
[online]
Apply at MWU
Master of Science in Speech Language 
Pathology (M.S.)
Apply at CSDCAS
Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing (PG.Cert)
  • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner PGCert 
    (Catalog information coming soon. Expected start date: Fall 2027)
  • Family Nurse Practitioner PGCert 
    (Catalog information coming soon. Expected start date: Fall 2027)
Apply at NursingCAS
Post-Graduate Certificate in 
Precision Medicine (PG.Cert)
[online]
Apply at MWU
Post-Master's Doctor of    
Nurse Anesthesia Practice Completion (D.N.A.P.)
[Glendale, AZ campus only]
Apply at MWU


Contact Information

Our admissions staff is here to assist you in making informed decisions about your academic journey. When contacting us, be sure to provide your preferred program so we can address your questions or concerns.

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Dental Medicine

For the education of dentists who will demonstrate excellence in comprehensive oral healthcare and the discovery and dissemination of knowledge.

Dental students wearing masks practice procedures on mannequins in a clinical lab with instructors supervising.

Graduate Studies

Endeavors to share existing knowledge, to create new knowledge, and to apply knowledge that contributes to improving the health of humans, animals, and the environment through One Health principles and practice. Programs include: Biomedical Sciences, Precision Medicine, and Public Health.

Researcher works at a computer analyzing colorful data visualizations in a medical or scientific lab setting.

Health Sciences

Dedicated to excellence in the education of professionals who will meet the healthcare and service needs of the community. Programs include: Cardiovascular Science/Perfusion, Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nursing (Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Leadership), Nurse Anesthesia, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology.

Speech-Pathology Language student practices a medical procedure using a simulation mannequin with an instructor watching while reviewing equipment in a clinical skills lab.

Optometry

Providing the knowledge and skills to deliver the highest level of professional, ethical and compassionate eye and vision care.

Optometry students perform an eye exam using diagnostic equipment during hands-on clinical training.

Osteopathic Medicine

With an approach that underscores the osteopathic commitment to patient-oriented versus disease-oriented healthcare, D.O.s treat their patients as unique persons with biological, social, and psychological needs.

Osteopathic students practice patient assessment techniques in a classroom-style clinical setting.

Pharmacy

Leading advances in pharmacy education, practice and scholarship through innovation and collaboration to meet the healthcare challenges of tomorrow.

Pharmacy students in lab coats work together at a lab bench preparing and analyzing materials during hands-on training.

Podiatric Medicine

Build your career as a podiatrist through a challenging and rewarding four-year program focusing on innovative instructional and learning techniques.

Podiatry student uses ultrasound equipment to examine a patient’s foot during hands-on clinical instruction.

Veterinary Medicine

To improve animal and human life through innovative veterinary education, state-of-the-art healthcare services, and scholarly work relevant to the principles of One Health.

small brown dog being examined by vet

Contact Information

Our admissions staff is here to assist you in making informed decisions about your academic journey. When contacting us, be sure to provide your preferred program and campus so we can address your questions or concerns.