Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine
| Type | Private medical school |
|---|---|
| Established | 2023 |
Parent institution | The Chicago School |
| Location | , United States 41°53′16″N 87°38′33″W / 41.88791°N 87.64262°W |
| Campus | Urban: Chicago |
| Colors | Black and Blue |
| Website | www |
Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) is the medical school of The Chicago School in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2023, ICOM grants the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) academic degree.[1] ICOM holds pre-accreditation status with the American Osteopathic Association's Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).
History
ICOM was established in 2023. At the time, ICOM was the first medical school to open in Chicago in 100 years.[2] The inaugural class is expected to start courses in 2026.[2]
Campus
The medical school will be housed in an 8-floor, 247,000 square foot building in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago.[2] The medical school campus was built at a cost of $48 million.[2] The medical building was formerly the headquarters for Tyson Foods.[3]
Academics
The school confers the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
See also
References
- ^ "Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School - IllinoisCOM". American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine. Retrieved October 18, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Tyler, Shannon (June 5, 2025). "First medical school to open in Chicago in nearly 100 years takes aim at physician shortage". Chicago Sun Times.
- ^ Kilman, Jasmine. "Construction Underway to Redevelop Former Tyson Foods Building". Chicago and Midwest US Real Estate News. ConnectCRE.