Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University - CCOM
Downers Grove, Illinois
Primary Campus
General Information
Mission Statement
Interview Options: Virtual or In-Person
Physician letter required? Not Required
Virtual Shadowing Options? Virtual or In-Person Accepted
Accepts online coursework to fulfill prerequisite requirements? Yes
The coursework must come from a regionally accredited college or university.Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? Yes
Pass/fail is accepted as long as a passing grade is equal to a "C" or better. "C-" is not accepted.Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? No
Accepts online lab coursework? Other
Coursework must come from a regionally accredited college or university.Closest City Chicago
Campus Setting
SuburbanFacilities
- Littlejohn Hall provides a state-of-the-art auditorium and lecture rooms as well as a comprehensive medical library with group and individual study spaces.
- Cardinal Hall houses a large auditorium, additional lecture halls, smaller classrooms, a modern, state-of-the-art simulation center, and the Dean’s offices.
- Alumni Hall features classrooms and the beautiful Hyde Atrium for student gatherings and special events.
- Science Hall houses the OMM laboratory, anatomy cadaver laboratory, classrooms, and science labs for faculty and students.
- White Oak Hall features classrooms, offices, and fully equipped optometry laboratories. The building also includes a 24-hour student study room with a separate entrance, kitchenette, and vending machines.
- Centennial Hall provides additional lecture halls and classrooms.
- The Commons offers a large computer center, the campus dining hall, a coffee bar, and student recreation/lounge areas.
- Recreation/Wellness Hall features the on-campus health/wellness center as well as a modern gymnasium, aerobic/dance room, handball/racquetball courts, strength training room, craft room, and music room.
- Haspel/Hambrick Hall houses the Office of Admissions, the Office of Student Financial Services, and several other administrative offices.
- The MWU Clinical Campus located just a few miles west of campus houses a comprehensive Dental Institute, Family Medicine Practice/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) Clinic, Speech Language Institute, Eye Institute, and other health care services.
Student Residence Options
- Redwood Hall: This student residence hall facility features both single and double occupancy residence hall rooms with either private bathrooms or bathrooms shared by no more than two students; air conditioning; wiring for Internet and cable TV; wall-to-wall carpeting; and built-in closets, dressers, desks, and wardrobes. The Hall features a large commuter lounge as well as the Perrin Interfaith Chapel.
- Pines Apartments: Each of the 48 apartments tucked away in the back of campus offers living space of 500 square feet; Internet wiring; cable TV; kitchenette with stove and refrigerator; and central air conditioning and heating units.
COM Accreditation Status CCOM is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA); MWU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Institutional Affiliation Midwestern University
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Entering Class 2022
Academic Year Enrollment
Total Medical School Enrollment
821
Total Male
381
Total Female
440
Total Enrollment Affiliate Institutions
2,887
First-Year Matriculants
206
First-Year Male Matriculants
93
First-Year Female Matriculants
112
First-Year Other Matriculants
1
Matriculants In-State
119
Matriculants Out-of-State
87
Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity
American Indian/Alaska Native
0.0
Asian
35.0
Black/African American
0.0
Hispanic/Latino
1.0
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.0
White
56.3
Multiple Races
5.3
Undisclosed
1.5
Majors of First-Year Matriculants
Science Majors
80%
Non-Science Majors
20%
Graduate Degrees
15%

Overview
Private Institution
Non-Profit
Midwestern University
Institutional Affiliation
1900
Year Founded
Suburban
Campus Setting
Main Contact
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University - CCOM
Address
(800) 458-6253
Phone
Website
Admissions Office
Curricular Offerings
Rigorous basic science courses with emphasis on case discussions, clinical correlates, and discipline-based learning. Early clinical exposure through simulated patients and volunteer experiences. Top clinical rotations at major metropolitan health centers throughout the Chicagoland area, Northwest Indiana, the Midwest region, and across the country.
Preparatory/Postbaccalaurete Programs Offered
Biomedical Sciences (MBS)
Two-year Master of Biomedical Science degree program that provides students with knowledge, skills, and expertise to pursue careers in a variety of biomedical professions.
Biomedical Sciences (MA)
Nine-month Master degree program designed to enhance a student’s candidacy for admission to professional graduate schools.
Special Programs
International Medicine Program
International Medicine Programs: CCOM and DOCARE Medical Mission to Guatemala for two weeks every year. International rotations are available for fourth-year students with approval of the CCOM Dean’s Office.
Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered
DO/MA in Biomedical Sciences
DO/MPH in Public Health
DO/MBS in Biomedical Sciences
DO/MS in Precision Medicine
Premedical Coursework
Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Anatomy
Recommended3 semester hours
Biochemistry
Recommended3 semester hours
Biology/Zoology
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Chemistry (Organic)
Required With Lab8 semester hours
Genetics
Recommended3 semester hours
Physics
Required With Lab8
Physiology
Recommended3 semester hours
Behavioral Sciences
Recommended3 semester hours
College English
Required6 semester hours
Math/Statistics
Recommended3 semester hours
Additional Non-Science Courses
Admissions
The Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine considers for admission those students who possess the academic, professional, and personal qualities necessary to become exemplary osteopathic physicians. CCOM uses a rolling admissions process in which applications are reviewed and interview decisions are made at regular intervals during the admissions cycle.
To be competitive within this process, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early in the admissions cycle. All application materials, including the AACOMAS application, MCAT scores (as reported to AACOMAS), two required letters of recommendation, and all supplemental application materials with the application fee must be received in the Office of Admissions on or before March 1. Only completed applications received by the Office of Admissions on or before the deadline date will be reviewed for potential enrollment.
Earliest Application Submission Date: May 4, 2023
Primary Application Deadline: January 1, 2024
Submission Timing for Best Consideration
First Year Class Matriculant's Selection Factors
International Students Accepted? Accepts International Students
Yes. Requirements can be found on our website.Application Interview Format: Traditional
Supplemental Application
Supplemental Application Required? Yes
Completed supplemental application, resume, and fee.Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 1, 2023
Supplemental Application Deadline: March 1, 2024
Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants
Supplemental application will be emailed to all applicants who meet the minimum 2.75 overall and 2.75 science GPA requirements.Supplemental Application Fee: $50
Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No
Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes
AACOMAS waiverEarliest Acceptance Date
August 1, 2023
Latest Acceptance Date
August 4, 2024
Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students
August 6, 2024
Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes
Deferments are only considered under extreme circumstances. Please see the Midwestern University catalog deferment policy for additional information.Acceptance/deposit deadlines conform to the AACOMAS Traffic Guidelines Schedule? Yes
Applicants will be requested to submit necessary matriculation documents, including a deposit, according to the following AACOMAS Traffic Guidelines schedule:
- Those accepted prior to November 15 will have until December 14
- Those accepted between November 15 and January 14 will have 30 days
- Those accepted between January 15 and April 30 will have 14 days.
- Those accepted on or after May 1 may be asked for an immediate deposit.
- After May 1 of the year of matriculation, each medical college may implement college-specific procedures for accepted students who hold one or more seats at other medical colleges.
Mean MCAT Score
509.6
Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score
3.69
Oldest MCAT Considered: January 1, 2021
Accept September 2023 MCAT Scores? Yes
Accept January 2024 MCAT Scores? No
Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation
- AACOMAS
- Interfolio
- Paper
Main Admissions Contact
(630) 515-7200
Phone
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
2023-2024 Academic Year
In-State Tuition
$78,762
Out-of-State Tuition
$78,762
Annual Fees
In-State Resident Fees
$724
Out-of-State Resident Fees
$724
Health Insurance Fee
$4,048
Tuition Fees Include
Estimates, Deposits, and More
Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs
$29,176
Average Graduate Indebtedness
$330,000
Acceptance Deposit
$200 (partially refundable)
Additional Deposit
$0
Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes
Deposit Refundable? Yes
Partially refundable up until 30 calendar days prior to the first day of new student orientation.Financial Aid Website http://www.midwestern.edu/admissions/tuition-and-financial-aid.xml
Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 93%
Scholarships Offered? Yes
Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $20,200