Midwestern University

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Inspiring and Interdisciplinary Healthcare Education.

Midwestern University. Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team.

Academic Excellence

Learn from award winning faculty, practice at our University-owned clinics and be Day-One-Ready for your healthcare career.
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The Midwestern University Clinics

Midwestern University's curriculum include working with faculty on real patients at our university-operated clinics.

A Hands-on Learning Environment

Practice at our 10 University-Operated Clinics

Students get the patient experience necessary to help launch their successful healthcare careers.

Fully-licensed practitioners and graduate-level students work together to provide compassionate, quality healthcare using the latest technology in our state-of-the-art clinic facilities.

A true hands-on experience that enhances the MWU educational experience.

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One Health Official Definition

The collaborative effort of multiple health science professions, together with their related disciplines and institutions-working locally, nationally, and globally-to attain optimal health for people, animals, wildlife, plants, and our environment.

Learn More About Midwestern's Commitment to One Health

"The health of humans, animals, and our environment are connected. One Health is the understanding of how the choices we make that impact humanity, the creatures we live with, and the planet we live upon are vital for the sustainability of all."

Mariah Zeigler, D.V.M., M.P.H., DACVPM, Assistant Professor, Public Health Program

One Health is the lens through which we view interprofessional education.

Stats & Facts

Things to consider when evaluating healthcare education options.
31m+

Total annual

research investment

Research
36K+

Alumni

practicing globally

Alumni
13:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratios (average across both campuses)

Small class sizes help make the classroom experience more up-close and personal.

Stories from Midwestern University

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Samantha's Story

“I like to encourage active participation in the learning process by developing and providing service-learning opportunities.”

Dr. Abebayo Molehin - MWU faculty

Adebayo's Story

"The most rewarding part of being a member of MWU faculty is the friendly community and the creative, excellent, and inspiring atmosphere that allows me to thrive professionally, as well as the students in their respective health care professions."

Mariangel Morales

Mariangel's Story

"I believe that our smile is our presentation card, and assisting someone in attaining the smile they've always wanted can profoundly enhance their happiness and self-assuredness. I aspire to help fulfill my patients' desired smile."

Mariangel Morales, Dental Medicine Program, Downers Grove, Class of 2025 College of Dental Medicine-Illinois Read more about Mariangel 's story
Cole Mooring

Cole's Story

"Throughout my life, I have always enjoyed working with my hands, being creative, learning new things, and helping others. All these things fit perfectly into a career in dentistry."

Cole Mooring, Master of Science in Precision Medicine, 2024; Dental Medicine, 2025 College of Dental Medicine-Arizona Read more about Cole 's story

News at Midwestern

Midwestern University Announces 2024 Littlejohn Award Winners

Faculty and staff members from both campuses honored at Faculty/Staff Recognition events.

  • AZ - Glendale
  • IL - Downers Grove

Village of Downers Grove Acclaims American Pharmacists Month

Pharmacy faculty, students honored with proclamation

  • IL - Downers Grove

Amazon Prime Features Stories from Midwestern University Students

Tiffany Thompson and Alexis Flamburis discuss their experience on WGN radio

  • IL - Downers Grove
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Midwestern University Events

A Candlelight Concert: Tribute to the Beatles

Enjoy a Candlelight Concert tribute to classic Beatles songs performed by a string quartet.

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The Auditorium

Mythbusters - Optometry Style

Part of the Midwestern University Community Health Lecture Series 11-18-24.

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Glendale-Foothills Branch Library

Give Kids A Smile

Free Dental Day for Kids at the Dental Institute in Glendale, AZ

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Dental Institute

Campus Locations

Two Great Campuses. Unlimited Possibilities.
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Illinois Downers Grove

Located just 25 miles west of Chicago. Students can study and live in the comfort and safety of a 105-acre campus in the suburbs and can practice at our University-owned clinics located just 10 minutes away.

Arizona campus
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Arizona Glendale

Located just 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix. Students can study and live on our sprawling 143-acre campus and practice at our University-owned clinics located just across the street.