Pritzker School of Medicine | The University of Chicago
https://pritzker.uchicago.edu/
Consistently ranked among the top medical schools in the United States, Pritzker is known for its rigorous yet flexible curriculum that integrates basic science, clinical medicine, and scholarly inquiry. It emphasizes a small class size, extensive research opportunities (100% of students engage in research), and a commitment to community health through student-run free clinics.
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
https://www.feinberg.northwestern.edu/
Located in downtown Chicago, Feinberg is a top-ranked, research-focused medical school known for its innovative curriculum, early clinical exposure, and interprofessional collaboration. It emphasizes an inclusive environment, health equity, and strong affiliations with leading hospitals like Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Rush Medical College | Rush University
https://www.rushu.rush.edu/rush-medical-college
One of the oldest medical colleges in the Midwest, Rush Medical College is renowned for its strong emphasis on clinical training, patient-centered care, and a robust community. It offers unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning through its partnership with Rush University Medical Center and features unique longitudinal programs in family medicine and health equity.
University of Illinois College of Medicine (UIC)
As one of the largest medical schools in the United States, UIC's College of Medicine has a significant presence in Chicago (with additional campuses in Peoria and Rockford). It offers a diverse range of urban and rural healthcare settings for clinical experiences, providing a wealth of resources and professional connections within a sprawling community of medical professionals.
Stritch School of Medicine | Loyola University Chicago
Guided by Jesuit values, Loyola's Stritch School of Medicine prioritizes holistic care and addressing health disparities. Located in Maywood, near Chicago, it offers a strong curriculum, diverse clinical rotations, and a focus on preparing compassionate and ethical physicians. It has a notable match rate for residencies and emphasizes a supportive learning environment.
Chicago Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/academics/chicago-medical-school/
Located in North Chicago, the Chicago Medical School (CMS) at Rosalind Franklin University emphasizes intensive hands-on education, interprofessionalism, and health equity. Students gain diverse clinical experience in various settings, including inner-city hospitals, and benefit from an interprofessional learning environment with students from other health colleges at RFU.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine | Midwestern University
The Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM), part of Midwestern University in Downers Grove (just west of Chicago), is a leading private osteopathic medical school. It blends the art and science of medicine with a holistic philosophy, offering modern patient-centered education, expert mentors, and extensive clinical rotations.