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
2021 AZ College of Health Sciences Commencement
The College of Health Sciences (CHS) will hold its fall commencement ceremony Thursday, August 26th at 9:30 AM. For more graduation information, please be sure to visit www.midwestern.edu/commencement.xml.
Glendale, AZ
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.
Students Get Peek at Optometry Program at CCO
July 01, 2021
Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Optometry (CCO) held its 3rd Annual Summer Eye Experience (SEE) program on the Downers Grove Campus for 30 college students and recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in optometry. Students representing 14 different states attended the three-day program that took place in June.
Downers Grove, IL
Message and Information on COVID-19 Vaccines
Students Get Peek at Optometry Program at CCO
July 01, 2021
Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Optometry (CCO) held its 3rd Annual Summer Eye Experience (SEE) program on the Downers Grove Campus for 30 college students and recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in optometry. Students representing 14 different states attended the three-day program that took place in June.
Downers Grove, IL
Midwestern University’s Bridges Program Expands Dental Medicine Education Opportunities
June 15, 2021
Midwestern University is proud to announce a new initiative aimed at increasing educational opportunities for aspiring students to pursue a career in dental medicine. The Midwestern University Bridges Program provides a clear path to achieving the goal of becoming a general dentist for qualified students in the University’s Biomedical Science Programs who are members of an underrepresented minority, economically disadvantaged, and environmentally disadvantaged populations.
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Midwestern University Earns “AA Stable” Rating from Independent Credit Agency
June 14, 2021
Midwestern University recently received an upgraded financial rating from Fitch Ratings, one of the top independent credit agencies in the United States. Fitch elevated the University’s rating from “AA- Positive” to “AA Stable” and rated the University’s financial outlook as Stable.
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Midwestern University Announces Two Pop-Up Vaccination Events in June
June 03, 2021
Midwestern University will host two Pop-Up Vaccination Events, in partnership with the Maricopa County Department of Health, at the University’s Operation Hope Vaccination Center on June 8th and June 10th from 8:30AM to 1:00PM each day.
Glendale, AZ
2021 AZ College of Health Sciences Commencement
The College of Health Sciences (CHS) will hold its fall commencement ceremony Thursday, August 26th at 9:30 AM. For more graduation information, please be sure to visit www.midwestern.edu/commencement.xml.
Glendale, AZ
2021 IL College of Health Sciences Commencement
The College of Health Sciences (CHS) will hold its fall commencement ceremony Thursday, September 2nd at 9:30 AM. For more graduation information, please be sure to visit www.midwestern.edu/commencement.xml.
Downers Grove, IL
CCOM Class of 1971 Virtual Reunion
This memorable and meaningful time together will give you a unique opportunity to hear an update from your alma mater you hold so dear, but more importantly, provide you time to connect and share stories new and old with your classmates.
Downers Grove, IL
CCOM Class of 1996 Virtual Reunion
This memorable and meaningful time together will give you a unique opportunity to hear an update from your alma mater you hold so dear, but more importantly, provide you time to connect and share stories new and old with your classmates.
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.
COVID-19
Information
Midwestern University is carefully monitoring the latest developments regarding the coronavirus and has developed a purpose-driven, integrated plan that addresses the safety and security needs of faculty, staff, students, and the community we serve.
COVID-19
Cases
on
Campus
Midwestern University has been tracking confirmed cases of COVID-19 on each of our campuses since the first reported case in March of 2020. With the return of students, faculty and staff, we are updating the way we display positive COVID-19 cases in an effort to provide more useful data for our campus community.
COVID-19
Health
and
Safety
Plan
The health and safety of the Midwestern University community is our highest priority. Our efforts to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus on our campuses and at our clinics have been very effective and were developed by the Midwestern University Response Team in close consultation with national, state, and local public health officials.