An Introduction to Midwestern University
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit graduate university specializing in the health sciences, offering advanced degrees through 14 colleges across two campuses.
The Downers Grove, Illinois Campus: Located just 25 miles west of downtown Chicago, the 105-acre campus combines cutting-edge facilities with a peaceful, wooded environment, providing an ideal setting for students pursuing a variety of health science degrees.
The Glendale, Arizona Campus: Situated 15 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix, this expansive 156-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities in a tranquil scenic setting, offering healthcare students access to modern resources in proximity to a major metropolitan city.
Both campuses offer future doctors and healthcare professionals unlimited opportunities, providing access to clinical rotations, internships, and potential employers.
Our Campuses by the Numbers
Midwestern University serves a total of 6,365 students across both campuses.
| Downers Grove, IL Campus | Glendale, AZ Campus | |
|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Programs | 8 | 10 |
| Master's Programs | 7 | 13 |
| Certificate Programs | 1 | 1 |
| Total Number of Students | 2,594 | 3,771 |
| Total Number of Faculty | 257 | 374 |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 | 10 to 1 |
| Total Number of Staff | 430 | 626 |
Our Colleges
With more than 20 healthcare degrees in various fields, Midwestern University provides a platform for students to interact and learn about different healthcare professions.
Accreditation
Midwestern University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604-1413.
Midwestern University is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
To review accreditation, approval, or licensing documentation, please contact the Office of Accreditation & Support Services at 630-515-7312.
Why Choose Midwestern University
Midwestern University is the gateway to a comprehensive healthcare education, supported by dedicated faculty mentors, cutting-edge facilities, immersive clinical opportunities, and a specialized focus on One Health. We take pride in offering a student-centered approach that focuses on your growth and success.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination
Midwestern University provides equality of opportunity in its educational programs for all persons, maintains nondiscriminatory admission policies, and considers for admission all qualified students regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, status as a veteran, age, pregnancy status, or marital status.
Midwestern University Impact
Downers Grove, IL Campus
Healthcare Impact: More than 32,000 Midwestern University alumni are working in leading hospitals, pharmacies, private practices, governmental agencies, academic institutions, and healthcare facilities.
Economic Impact: The University had an economic impact of over $439 million on the DuPage County economy and supports an estimated 1,200 jobs.
Environmental Impact: Our 105-acre campus in Downers Grove, Illinois received a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Chicago Wilderness Conservation and Native Landscaping Award for the restoration of 8.97 acres of wetlands and oak-hickory woods.
Community Service: Midwestern students and employees provide nearly 21,000 hours of community service each year by participating in a wide variety of outreach programs, health screenings, and health education programs throughout the state.
Glendale, AZ Campus
Healthcare Impact: Midwestern University is home to Arizona’s largest medical school and the state’s first veterinary college. As of September 2024, over 17,000 healthcare professionals have graduated from Midwestern’s programs, with 41% remaining in Arizona to practice, helping address critical shortages.
Economic Impact: The University has invested over $400 million in Glendale and has created over 900 campus-based jobs.
Community Service: Our faculty and students are actively engaged in community service through University sponsored events, alliances with healthcare organizations such as the American Diabetes Association, and work-study programs. Midwestern students and employees provide over 10,000 hours of community service annually through outreach programs, health screenings, and education.
Student Support
Academics: We provide a variety of support, study, and tutorial programs to help students manage their academic responsibilities.
Well-rounded individuals: Believing that well-rounded individuals make more caring healthcare professionals, we offer our students a variety of social, academic, and personal enrichment activities.
Financial Aid: The Financial Aid Office helps coordinate three types of resources: scholarships and grants, employment programs, and loans. The Office automatically mails a financial aid packet to accepted students who return a signed matriculation agreement and submit their initial deposit.
One Health Initiative
Commitment to One Health
Midwestern University is committed to the principles of One Health, which fosters interdisciplinary cooperation between various human and veterinary medical specialties to fight disease, improve research and knowledge, and provide more complete care for all patients. The University has introduced several key initiatives that encourage students and faculty from all programs to collaborate and share expertise in both medical education and practice.
Midwestern University Clinics - Arizona
State-of-the-art community healthcare provided by licensed faculty professionals and upper-level students in Glendale, AZ.
- Companion Animal Clinic: comprehensive small animal care, including urgent care, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, surgery, dentistry, wellness, senior pet care, canine physical rehabilitation, neurology, and dialysis
- Large Animal Clinic: large animal medicine and training
- Diagnostic Pathology Center: necropsy and pathology services and training
- Third- and fourth-year CVM students provide care with faculty supervision
- Patient-centered family medical care offering a full range of services, including obstetrics, behavioral medicine, sports medicine, pediatrics, and geriatric care, as well as hospital rotation opportunities for Midwestern students, operated in partnership with Abrazo Health.
- Comprehensive family dentistry, including advanced imaging, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, laser treatments, dentures/partial dentures and same-day crowns
- Third- and fourth-year CDMA students provide care with faculty supervision
- Comprehensive family eye and vision care, including eye exams, glasses and contact lenses, disease screenings, pediatric care, ocular prosthetics, and ophthalmology
- Third- and fourth-year AZCOPT students provide care with faculty supervision
- Family Medicine, Foot and Ankle Services, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Pharmacy Services
- Licensed healthcare providers and/or students provide care with faculty supervision
- Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Low Vision Rehabilitation, Sports Vision Performance Training, Vision Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology
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Midwestern University Clinics - Illinois
State-of-the-art community healthcare provided by licensed faculty professionals and upper-level students in Downers Grove, IL.
- Providing a wide-range of dental treatments for about half the price
- Offering comprehensive eye exams, vision care, and treatments in a relaxing and patient-centered atmosphere
- Family Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine: treating families with an emphasis on preventative medicine and health maintenance
- Helping patients return to the highest level of function and wellness possible
- Helping clients become better communicators
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