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
Podiatry Immersion Program - August
This is a one-day immersion program where potential students interested in the field of podiatry. They are able to attend classes with 2nd and 3rd year Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine students and gain valuable, hands-on experience in the field.
Jose Vargas
College of Dental Medicine-Illinois, Class of 2022
Dr. Vargas is now well on his way to a successful career with Dental Partners of Georgia and looks forward to improving the dental health of his patients.
CCOM Students Care for Community with Day of Service
August 09, 2022
Before beginning their rigorous course of study, first-year medical students at Midwestern University participate in an annual day of service. This year, 209 new students at the University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) packed food, sorted donations, cleared brush, and more as part of their orientation program.
Downers Grove, IL
Message and Information on COVID-19 Vaccines
CCOM Students Care for Community with Day of Service
August 09, 2022
Before beginning their rigorous course of study, first-year medical students at Midwestern University participate in an annual day of service. This year, 209 new students at the University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) packed food, sorted donations, cleared brush, and more as part of their orientation program.
Downers Grove, IL
Midwestern University’s Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology Students Come Together to Create Interprofessional Club
August 03, 2022
At Midwestern University, students learn about the importance of interprofessional collaboration through exposure to the One Health Initiative.
Glendale, AZ
Midwestern University Hosts Dental Care Event for Young Children
August 02, 2022
Local families with young children benefitted from an event at Midwestern University’s Dental Institute held in cooperation with the Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation to provide dental care to children under the age of five.The event was part of the Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation’s Dentist By 1 program, which educates parents and caregivers about good oral health habits and the benefits of starting dental visits early.
Downers Grove, IL
Midwestern University Faculty Member Awarded Federal Biomedical Research Grant
July 29, 2022
Midwestern University is pleased to announce that N. Jim Rhodes, Pharm.D., M.S., BCPS, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, is among those researchers who received federal funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Announced by U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), the funding is part of nearly $12.2 million in grants earmarked for research programs across Illinois that support medical advancement in various fields.
Downers Grove, IL
Podiatry Immersion Program - August
This is a one-day immersion program where potential students interested in the field of podiatry. They are able to attend classes with 2nd and 3rd year Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine students and gain valuable, hands-on experience in the field.
College of Health Sciences - Glendale Fall Commencement
The College of Health Sciences - Glendale (CHS) will hold its commencement ceremony on Thursday, August 25 at 9:30amFor more graduation information, please be sure to visit www.midwestern.edu/commencement.xml.
Glendale, AZ
Jose Vargas
College of Dental Medicine-Illinois, Class of 2022
Dr. Vargas is now well on his way to a successful career with Dental Partners of Georgia and looks forward to improving the dental health of his patients.
Ashley Roberts
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Class of 2023
My interest turned into passion once I realized the importance of having physicians that look like me and the need to rectify the disparities that exist in minority and underserved communities.
Halley McDonald
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2026
This profession combines the ability to empower patients, apply critical thinking in a clinical setting, and build long-term relationships that can change the course of people's lives.
Ashton Dessert
College of Health Sciences, Clinical Psychology Class of 2025
The best way that healthcare professionals can better serve and care for their LGBTQIA+ clients and patients is by being present and being an advocate alongside them.
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
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.
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.