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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
Midwestern University Physical Therapy Program Alumni and Friends Reception and Raffle
Join fellow physical therapy alumni for a time to reconnect with colleagues and classmates. Hear updates from program directors from both Downers Grove and Glendale campuses. To be eligible for the raffle you must RSVP by February 16, 2021, join the virtual reunion, and be an MWU PT alumnus.
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.
Midwestern University Allocates 100% of HEERF Funds to Students
April 08, 2021
Midwestern University will again earmark 100% of an estimated $2.8 million in Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) apportioned to the University by recently-passed Federal legislation to support the nearly 7,000 healthcare professions students enrolled at its campuses in Downers Grove, Illinois, and Glendale, Arizona.
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Midwestern University Allocates 100% of HEERF Funds to Students
April 08, 2021
Midwestern University will again earmark 100% of an estimated $2.8 million in Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) apportioned to the University by recently-passed Federal legislation to support the nearly 7,000 healthcare professions students enrolled at its campuses in Downers Grove, Illinois, and Glendale, Arizona.
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College of Veterinary Medicine Partners on Dog Shelter for Pet Owners Experiencing Homelessness
April 07, 2021
Midwestern University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is partnering with Hunkapi Farms in Scottsdale, Ariz., and the the city of Phoenix to provide veterinary care for the pets of people experiencing homelessness.
Glendale, AZ
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Earns High U.S. News Ranking
March 30, 2021
Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) recently earned a top spot on the U.S. News and World Report ranking of Best Medical Schools in the practice area of primary care. The Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine ranked 17th on the list that evaluated medical schools based on faculty resources, the academic achievement of entering students, qualitative assessments by schools and residency directors, and the proportion of graduates practicing primary care medicine.
Downers Grove, IL
Match Week Reveals Future of D.O. Students
March 23, 2021
During the third week of March, students from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine eagerly checked their emails for long-anticipated news of these students' medical futures.
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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.
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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.