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Illinois College of Optometry

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world rank  5633

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Overview

Founded in 1872, the Illinois College of Optometry is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Chicago (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ICO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Illinois College of Optometry's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Illinois College of Optometry's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Illinois College of Optometry' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Illinois College of Optometry's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym ICO
Founded 1872
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 3241 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago
60616-3878 Illinois
United States
Illinois College of Optometry's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Illinois College of Optometry Phone Number +1 (312) 949 7400
Illinois College of Optometry Fax Number +1 (312) 225 1724

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Illinois College of Optometry's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Illinois College of Optometry's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Illinois College of Optometry's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Illinois College of Optometry.

Illinois College of Optometry: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Illinois College of Optometry's admission information.

Illinois College of Optometry's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Illinois College of Optometry's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Illinois College of Optometry's acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Illinois College of Optometry's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Illinois College of Optometry's Admission Office Admission Office



(312) 949 7400


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Illinois College of Optometry.

Illinois College of Optometry's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Illinois College of Optometry has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Illinois College of Optometry's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Illinois College of Optometry's Control Type Control Type

Illinois College of Optometry is a private higher education institution.


Illinois College of Optometry's Entity Type Entity Type

Illinois College of Optometry is a non-profit higher education institution.


Illinois College of Optometry's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Illinois College of Optometry's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Illinois College of Optometry does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Illinois College of Optometry's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Size & Setting Exclusively graduate/professional institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively graduate
Undergraduate Profile Not classified (Exclusively Graduate) institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Not Classified (Exclusively Graduate Programs)
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Illinois College of Optometry's main facilities:


Illinois College of Optometry's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Illinois College of Optometry's Library

Illinois College of Optometry's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 16,031 physical volumes, 78 physical media, 2,741,570 digital/electronic media and 92 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 9 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Illinois College of Optometry's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Illinois College of Optometry's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Illinois College of Optometry provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 200 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Illinois College of Optometry's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Illinois College of Optometry's main services:


Illinois College of Optometry's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Illinois College of Optometry's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Illinois College of Optometry's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Illinois College of Optometry's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Illinois College of Optometry's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Illinois College of Optometry's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Illinois College of Optometry is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Illinois College of Optometry's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council on Optometric Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Illinois College of Optometry's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Free Online Courses

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