Overview
Founded in 1859 as the Chicago Medical College, Feinberg is one of the oldest medical schools in the country and was renamed in 2002 following a major gift from Ken and Judy Feinberg. It has grown into a top-tier research and clinical institution, closely affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. The school is renowned for its contributions to organ transplantation, cancer research, and personalized medicine, and consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the United States for research.
At a Glance
| Type | Private Research |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Founded | 1859 |
| Total students | 3,300 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 1:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 3% |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $68,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $68,000 |
| Room & board | $20,000 |
| Average financial aid | $45,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.86 |
| Regular deadline | October 15 |
Top Programs
- Internal Medicine
- Neuroscience
- Oncology Research
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Physician-Scientist Training (MD/PhD)
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.