Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is a private nonprofit, four-year institution located in North Chicago, Illinois, in a large suburban area. The university specializes in health sciences education and research, with a total enrollment of 2,189 students (IPEDS 2023). The institution is named after the pioneering scientist Rosalind Franklin and maintains a strong focus on interprofessional health education.

Rosalind Franklin University offers bachelor's degree programs in Pathology/Pathologist Assistant, Physician Associate/Assistant, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management. These programs are designed to prepare graduates for clinical and administrative roles within the healthcare system, with curricula integrating scientific foundations and practical training.

North Chicago is located in Lake County along the western shore of Lake Michigan, adjacent to the Great Lakes Naval Station and within the broader Chicago metropolitan area. The university's location provides students with access to a dense network of healthcare institutions and clinical training sites in the region.