Established in 1972, Rush University Chicago is a private, non-denominational medical university located on the RUMC campus in the heart of Illinois’ Medical District. With over 2,700 students studying here online as well as on campus, Rush University’s student population is quite diverse and spans over 18 countries. This institution also trains more than 700 medical residents and holds pride in its extensive alumni network, with more than 16,000 members around the world. Offering a wide range of over 40 degree and certificate programs and over 60 postgraduate training programs, Rush University prepares students for their healthcare careers. Their programs are offered through their four colleges - Rush Medical College, College of Nursing, Graduate College and College of Health Sciences.
Rush University also offers plenty of research opportunities to its students, evident through its deep history of scientific discovery. Nine of Rush University’s College of Nursing programs, as well as two of its College of Health Sciences, ranked among the top ten according to the 2023 U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools” survey. The university itself has also bagged the prize of having the Best Online Graduate Nursing Program twice in a row. According to the American Department of Education, Rush University graduates report an average annual salary of $74,000, which is the highest among all Illinois universities.