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Midwestern University is in a large suburb, in Glendale, Arizona. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Midwestern University earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include medicine and medical assistant and technician.
Midwestern University does not admit all applicants.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Midwestern University are higher than most.
The school, in 2005, had 1,350 students (1,330 full-time equivalent).
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
19555 N 59th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
General Phone: (623) 572-3200
Admissions Phone: (888) 247-9277
Financial Aid Phone: (623) 572-3221
http://www.midwestern.edu
Midwestern University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 259 | osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, health professions, podiatry |
| Medical Support And Technology | 85 | physician assistant, perfusion tech |
| Science | 23 | biomedical sciences |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 19 | occupational therapy |
| Therapy And Counseling | 6 | medical ethids |
Number of programs and degrees for Midwestern University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 255 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 84 | 6 |
| Bachelor's degree | 53 | 3 |
In 2005, Midwestern University had a total enrollment of 1,350 students (1,330 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 11% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| First Professional | 73% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 12% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 3% |
| 22-24 | 25% |
| 25-29 | 44% |
| 30-34 | 15% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Midwestern University offers campus housing for 316 of its 1,330 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Glendale, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (888) 247-9277
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room charge | $ 3,015 |
Financial Aid:
Midwestern University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 165701)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (623) 572-3221
Midwestern University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 22 | 8 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 7 | 16 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 7 |
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 | 12 | $116,878 | 3 | $95,280 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 16 | $95,195 | 7 | $81,203 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 9 | $72,006 | 21 | $71,054 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 39 | $95,291 | 31 | $75,690 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (DO)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
Podiatric Medicine/Podiatry (DPM)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Midwestern University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has hospital on campus
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