Graduate Schools in the Chicago Area

Northwestern University

• Graduate School
• Evanston, IL
• 19 reviews

Graduate Student: I absolutely love Northwestern. Even though I’m attending their online program and live a couple of states away, I still feel connected to my university. Over the past year, my professors, academic advisors, and other course leads have been extremely resourceful and I can tell they want me to succeed. The online campus is easy to use and there are people ready to help me 24/7 if I need it. Despite only meeting once a week via webcam, I feel connected to my classmates and love getting to know them better through class and group projects. I’ve learned so much about mental health counseling and I feel that I’ll be ready for my career when I graduate. I truly feel that I made the best decision when I picked Northwestern for my graduate career!
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University of Chicago

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 8 reviews

Alum: Top notch professors. You will receive the best education from highly qualified and world-renowned experts. Beautiful stunning campus with gothic limestone architecture laced with ivy. Students are from all over the world. You will find diversity in the student body, which elevates the overall learning experience per gaining different perspectives. Love University of Chicago!
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DePaul University

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 20 reviews

Graduate Student: DePaul was a great school for Undergrad and now I am returning for Grad school. Professors are great, bringing real life experience from their professional jobs. Being in the heart of the city is the best selling point!
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Valparaiso University

• Graduate School
• Valparaiso, IN
• 2 reviews

Graduate Student: Expensive. However, faculty were very invested in the program and students! East to follow plan and most students graduated on time. Great cohort dynamics.
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University of St. Francis - Illinois

• Graduate School
• Joliet, IL
• 2 reviews

Graduate Student: Very nice people and interesting classes. I also like how the campus is small so you feel like home. Especially if you live on Campus.
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University of Illinois at Chicago

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 25 reviews

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Loyola University Chicago

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 20 reviews

Graduate Student: Loyola University Chicago is an engaging institution in high education. Rigorous coursework emphasizes theoretical and empirical applications of social science methods and ideas. Loyola University’s proximity to the City of Chicago has allowed me, a student in sociology, to extend learning beyond the classroom. One of the most important aspects of my graduate career at Loyola University has been the opportunity to do social science research in a variety of different topic areas. Loyola’s center for social science research, the Center for Urban Research and Learning has been an important component of my training as a sociologist and as a researcher. I have had the opportunity to collaborate on a variety of projects with numerous community partners such as the Cook Country Court Systems. As a student, I am joyed when learning can be used as a tool to address social problems and explore solutions that are proximal to community needs.
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Illinois Institute of Technology

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 5 reviews

Graduate Student: A diverse student body, with a lot of foreigner students and more than a few foreign-born professors. The area isn't the safest but it is easy to reach through Metra or CTA which makes the location still ideal. Academics are about as you can expect: high work means you do well. Not easy As. Biology equipment actually good and there is a feeling that the department is growing.
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Midwestern University - Downers Grove

• Graduate School
• Downers Grove, IL
• 3 reviews

Graduate Student: I would like to believe that the rigorous testing schedule will prepare students for the future, but sometimes it seems like they unnecessarily make things harder for us on purpose. It is a commuter school, so for the students who don't live on campus, most have to commute 5-45 minutes depending on where they live and on traffic conditions.
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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

• Graduate School
• North Chicago, IL
• 3 reviews

Graduate Student: RFUMS has been a wonderful experience. The camaraderie is great and the professors are outstanding. They care about the future of their students and the success of the program. The cafeteria is also amazing!
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Rush University

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 2 reviews

Graduate Student: Rush is a top-ranked medical / health sciences university. The entire school is dedicated to health care. Their nursing program is consistently ranked in the top 15 programs in the USA. Some of their doctoral programs are ranked #1 in the country. I have been proud to be a student at Rush. The school first-time pass rate for the NCLEX is 99%. Everyone that I spoke with in my cohort passed with the minimum number of questions (75). Therefore, you can be confident that you are getting the best education and training!
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National Louis University

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 9 reviews

Graduate Student: National Louis is a place for the adult learner. I enjoyed learning and growing.
NLU provides students with a unique and diverse atmosphere for students to learn. For those that are not suitable for traditional learning settings. I am a working single mom and grandma. It is important for me to continue striving to achieve personal and personal goals for the benefit of my family. More importantly, I enjoy discovering new and improved ways to increase personal and professional knowledge. I am also a graduate of National Louis University achieving the undergrad as a student in the ABS program in May 2017. I can honestly say that “the experience has its challenges, but it was a pleasure” beginning and ending with my fellow cohorts. NLU's commitment to higher learning for the working adult is impressive.
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Roosevelt University

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 9 reviews

Graduate Student: Great school. Definitely in the best of interest of each student. The faculty make themselves readily available to discuss the needs of a student. In addition, they are actively engaged in the learning and professional development of their students preparing them to be the best they can be at their chosen career.
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Governors State University

• Graduate School
• University Park, IL
• 11 reviews

Graduate Student: I am pursuing the dual masters’ degree in Public Administration (PADM) and Political and Justice Studies (POJS). These interdisciplinary degrees will enhance my chances for greater opportunities in the private and public sectors as a public administrator, public servant, academic professor, and academic advisor in the areas of political justice and public policies’ arenas.
My goal is to use my PADM/ POJS degree in the field of social advocacy projected towards community settings to conform administrative policies that maintain ethical behaviors from all levels in an agency – for greater awareness of the disenfranchised.
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Adler School of Professional Psychology

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 4 reviews

Graduate Student: So far, I enjoy my classes and professors. Staff seems a little overwhelmed and I'm not receiving the one on one attention I would prefer, but perhaps this will change over time. My professors are very knowledgeable and qualified.
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Aurora University

• Graduate School
• Aurora, IL
• 6 reviews

Graduate Student: I like the flexible scheduling and online options. I enjoy having a diverse student body to share perspectives with. I do wish that some of the professors were better prepared for some of the courses. Sometimes they use PowerPoints that were created by other professors that they don't understand and aren't able to explain well. Overall, I have had a good experience with Aurora and feel prepared to enter the workforce
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School of the Art Institute of Chicago

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 6 reviews

Graduate Student: I really appreciate the multidisciplinary environment that they foster, It creates an inclusive atmosphere that really benefits all involved.
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The John Marshall Law School

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 2 reviews

Alum: I really loved the location, professional staff and enjoyed learning about several specific areas of law from adjuncts
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Chicago State University

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 1 review

DeVry University - Illinois

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 8 reviews

Graduate Student: I am an international student. Three years ago, I started studying at Devry University. I still remember how it was a difficult first time. But that time, my great advisor, Albert Gutierrez helped me a lot. He is so nice, friendly, and professional. Just a few days ago, I had graduated. I couldn't imagine completing my degree without his help. Thank you so much, Albert for helping me a lot. And thank you all professor, for opening my eyes. Love Devry!
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Illinois College of Optometry

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - Chicago

• Graduate School
• Chicago, IL
• 12 reviews

Graduate Student: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is an excellent College! The professors are the best and brightest and their program is challenging and informative. I love the professor input and general congeniality of everyone at the College. I am an online/blended graduate student and I would not trade all that I have learned at TCS for anything. In my opinion, it is a top notch college.
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National University of Health Sciences

• Graduate School
• Lombard, IL
• 2 reviews

Lewis University

• Graduate School
• Romeoville, IL
• 6 reviews

Graduate Student: International computer science graduate student and it’s been a good experience thus far. I’m learning quite a good bit from the courses, however in my field self study is also very important. No party scene really, which is good but Chicago is just a train ride away is also also good.
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Chamberlain College of Nursing - Addison

• Graduate School
• Addison, IL
• 19 reviews

Graduate Student: I have been attending Chamberlain University for the last six months, and my experience has been nothing short of amazing. The instructors are quick to respond to any questions I may have. Student services provide support that is second to none, highly impressed. I am a mother of three, work full time, and now also attending graduate school to pursue my FNP. To say my life is busy would be an understatement, and having the flexibility to do my coursework from home is a huge advantage. I genuinely enjoy the fact that I can take my courses one at a time in eight-week increments, and it is still full-time. We as humans were not created to multitask but instead focus on one thing at a time, and being able to do that at Chamberlain is a godsend. Thank you, Chamberlain, for an enjoyable experience thus far.
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