Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) is a private institution located in North Chicago, Illinois, USA.

The University has the following colleges and schools: The Chicago Medical School; The College of Health Professions; The Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine; The School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies; The New College of Pharmacy.

The College of Health Professions offers online and distance education programs in a variety of disciplines. Students can choose from the Entirely Online Programs, the Primarily Online Programs, or the Blended Online and On-Campus Program.

The School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (SGPS) was established to provide a variety of graduate level education in the biomedical sciences, including the Basic Science PhD Degree Programs, and Combined Degree Program (DPM/PhD, MD/PhD).

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science receives its degree granting authority from the Illinois Board of Higher Education and is accredited through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine became a member of the Rosalind Franklin University family in 2001. It is accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education and the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools/The Higher Learning Commission. The M.S. in Nurse Anesthesia Program has received accreditation through the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.

Rankings:

- Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is ranked 57th among the top physical therapy schools in the nation (US News & World Report 2009).

- 14th in the US News Ranking of Best Graduate Physician Assistant Programs (2008).

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