School Details
Rush University was established in 1972 and continues today as a private institution of higher learning located on the west side of Chicago, Illinois. The university was founded as a medical center and is named for Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and a Pennsylvania physician. Today, the school is integrated into Rush University Medical Center. The mission of Rush University is “…to teach, study and provide the highest quality health care, using a unique and multi-disciplinary practitioner-teacher model for health sciences education and research, while reflecting the diversity of our communities in its programs, faculty, students, and service.”
Rush University awards degrees at all levels from the following colleges:
- Rush Medical College
- College of Nursing
- College of Health Sciences
- The Graduate College
In addition to traditional classes, the school also offers distance learning programs and online degrees. Ruch University online degrees are available at the graduate and doctoral levels. These online programs are designed to be flexible and convenient.
Accreditation & Licensing
Rush University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)