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Midwestern University

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world rank  1709

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Overview

Founded in 1900, the Midwestern University is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Downers Grove (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution also has a branch campus in Glendale. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Midwestern University (MWU) is a small-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Midwestern University (MWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 124-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Midwestern University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Midwestern University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Midwestern University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Midwestern University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym MWU
Founded 1900
Motto Proud past, strong future
Colours Blue and white
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University Location

Address 555 31St Street
Downers Grove
60515-5514 Illinois
United States
Midwestern University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Midwestern University Phone Number +1 (630) 969 4400
Midwestern University Fax Number +1 (630) 515 6384
Other locations Glendale

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Midwestern University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Midwestern University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Midwestern University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Midwestern University.

Midwestern University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported 45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)
International
students
Not reported 45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

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Midwestern University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Midwestern University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Midwestern University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Midwestern University's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Midwestern University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Midwestern University's Admission Office Admission Office



800 458 6253


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

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Midwestern University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Midwestern University has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Midwestern University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Midwestern University's Control Type Control Type

Midwestern University is a private higher education institution.


Midwestern University's Entity Type Entity Type

Midwestern University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Midwestern University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Midwestern University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Midwestern University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

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Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools & Centers
Size & Setting Exclusively graduate/professional institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively graduate
Undergraduate Profile Not classified (Exclusively Graduate) institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Not Classified (Exclusively Graduate Programs)
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

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Midwestern University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Midwestern University-Downers Grove's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 7,065 physical volumes, 90 physical media, 2,225 digital/electronic media and 123 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 14 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Midwestern University-Downers Grove's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Midwestern University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Midwestern University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 179 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Midwestern University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Midwestern University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

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Midwestern University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Midwestern University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Midwestern University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Midwestern University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Midwestern University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Midwestern University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Midwestern University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ publishes the following list of the most important Midwestern University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
  • American Optometric Association, Accreditation Council on Optometric Education
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
  • American Osteopathic Association, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Podiatric Medical Association, Council on Podiatric Medical Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • American Veterinary Medical Association, Council on Education
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Twitter X (Twitter)

Midwestern University's X (formerly Twitter) page

YouTube YouTube

Midwestern University's YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Midwestern University's Instagram page

LinkedIn LinkedIn



TikTok TikTok

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