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
32K+

Alumni

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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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Miriam's Story

"I am a mother of a child with special needs, a woman who overcame homelessness, and a first-generation immigrant college student, ready to embrace the role of a dentist and advocate for people from all walks of life."

Miriam Villa, Dental Medicine Program, Class of 2027 College of Dental Medicine-Arizona Read more about Miriam 's story
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Clemence 's Story

"I would like my students to understand the bigger picture and practice critical thinking. I would like them to have a global view of things before narrowing it down."

Clemence Chako, B.V.Sc., Ph.D., M.P.H., DACVIM College of Veterinary Medicine Read more about Clemence 's story
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Laina's Story

"I loved the mentorship offered in the O.T.D. program. I felt so comfortable during the interviews, and I could tell that the faculty cared about students as individuals, not just as students."

Lauren Sbarbaro.

Lauren's Story

"I also want students to develop a strong sense of self and become someone they can rely on. I say to our students, you’re about to find out what you’re capable of."

Lauren Sbarbaro, Psy.D., LADC, Assistant Professor, Behavioral Sciences College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove Campus Read more about Lauren 's story

News at Midwestern

Dental Students host Arab American Heritage Month Event

Event showcases culture, history, and the panelists’ shared experience

  • IL - Downers Grove

Veterinary Students Present at Glendale’s Advanced Anatomy Dissection Event

On Friday, February 16, fourteen students from the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) presented posters for the Advanced Veterinary Anatomy Dissection event as part of the VMEDG 1321 course.

  • AZ - Glendale

Rudy Ruettiger delivers “An Evening of Inspiration” at Midwestern University

Faculty, staff, students, and local community gather to hear motivational speech

  • IL - Downers Grove
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Midwestern University Events

Kenneth A. Suarez Research Day

Research Day is hosted by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the University Research Committee. The event is for faculty and students to present their research and is open to current students, faculty, and staff only.

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Downers Grove

Groovin’ in the Grove 5k

Run or walk the Downers Grove Campus and help raise money for charity.

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Recreation and Wellness Hall Gym

A Behavioral Approach for Addressing Problematic Social Media Use

Presented by Brad MacNeil, Ph.D., R. Psyche, CHE, Assistant Professor, Behavioral Sciences, College of Health Sciences

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Glendale-Foothills Branch Library, 19055 North 57th Avenue

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.