Overview

The Osteopathic Medicine programme from The Chicago School is a rigorous exploration of medicine that produces exceptional physicians who possess the technical and practical skills needed to provide truly comprehensive, patient-centered care in areas across medicine.

The programme places a strong emphasis on patient-centered care and the development of medical decision-making skills required for osteopathic physicians, including preventive medicine, social determinants of wellness, osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), and much more.

Career Opportunities

In the United States, Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) are licensed and privileged to practice medicine and surgery in all 50 states. They are the only other degree in the U.S., besides a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, to possess this distinction.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 4% annual growth in physician employment by 2033, with particularly strong demand in rural and underserved urban areas. By 2030, DOs are projected to represent more than 20% of all U.S. physicians.

Programme Structure

Quality Graduate Medical Education (GME) opportunities are essential to our graduates’ continuing osteopathic medical education. To support their continued learning, IllinoisCOM has established partnerships with hospitals, community organizations, and other healthcare institutions around the nation to strengthen existing and develop new residency programs for our students.

With The Chicago School’s robust network of educational and professional partnerships, IllinoisCOM osteopathic medicine students have access to hundreds of clinical rotation opportunities in major metropolitan areas around the country, including Chicago, Southern California, North Texas, and the Washington, D.C. Metro Area.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Fee ($50)

Graduate GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Successful work history

Admission essay(s)

3 Letters of recommendation from academic professors or professional or volunteer experience supervisors.

Admission Interview.

Master’s degree from an accredited university that includes a master’s thesis or equivalent project

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

62500 USD / year

≈ 62500 USD / year
Out-of-State

62500 USD / year

≈ 62500 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

62500 USD / year

≈ 62500 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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