Midwestern University is in a large suburb, in Downers Grove, Illinois. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Midwestern University earn degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
Students and faculty are generally focused on one of the school's main fields of study. The most common major fields study at Midwestern University include medicine and medical assistant and technician.
The school does not admit all applicants.
Some professors at Midwestern University are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
Midwestern University, in 2005, had 1,884 students (1,857 full-time equivalent).
The school makes available student meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mission Statement The historic and sustaining philosophy of Midwestern University incorporates dedication to the highest standards of academic excellence and meets the educational needs of society. Midwestern University strives to provide a safe and healthy environment that challenges students, faculty, and staff to: Maintain and promote osteopathic principles and practice; Foster creativity and develop intellectual, critical thinking, and communication skills that provide the basis of learning, personal growth, and professional development; Support the teaching, research, and service capabilities of the academic community; Respect, appreciate, and acknowledge the achievements of each member of the academic community in bringing national recognition to the University and its respective Colleges; Develop and maintain a culturally and socially diverse academic community."
More complete details are provided below.
Midwestern University
555 31st Street
Downers Grove, IL 60515-5514
General Phone: (630) 969-4400
Admissions Phone: (800) 458-6253
Financial Aid Phone: (630) 515-6035
http://www.midwestern.edu
Midwestern University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 306 | osteopathic medicine, pharmacy |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 74 | physician assistant |
| Therapy And Counseling | 25 | physical therapy |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 13 | occupational therapy |
| Science | 8 | biomedical sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Midwestern University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 306 | 2 |
| Master's degree | 74 | 4 |
| Doctor's degree | 23 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 23 | 2 |
In 2005, Midwestern University had a total enrollment of 1,884 students (1,857 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 4% |
| Graduate | 19% |
| First Professional | 78% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 22% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 41% |
| 25-29 | 38% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Midwestern University offers campus housing for 420 of its 1,857 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Downers Grove, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 12 meals per week.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 458-6253
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room charge | $ 6,615 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,120 |
Financial Aid:
Midwestern University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 165700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (630) 515-6035
Midwestern University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 24 | 21 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 12 | 19 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 29 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 18 | $108,656 | 6 | $105,522 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 12 | $81,262 | 15 | $81,023 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 9 | $79,404 | 39 | $74,509 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $46,361 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 40 | $92,475 | 69 | $75,684 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (DO)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Midwestern University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has hospital on campus
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