IllinoisCOM Tuition and Fees

Explore the tuition and fees for the DO program at IllinoisCOM at The Chicago School.

Pursuing education is not only a personal investment, it is a significant financial one too. Providing a high-quality education and supporting you through the process of financing it is our top priority. IllinoisCOM is committed to helping students maximize funding sources and minimize student debt.

Tuition and Fees

DO Program: Tuition & Fees¹	1^st Year	2^nd Year	3^rd Year	4^th Year
DO Program Tuition	$62,500	$62,500	$62,500	$62,500
DO Program Annual Fee	$2,500	$2,500	$2,500	$2,500
One-Time University Fees²	$295	—	—	$215
Estimated Total DO Program Tuition & Fees^1,3	$65,295	$65,000	$65,000	$65,215

¹The Chicago School reserves the right to change the schedule of tuition and fees at any time and without prior written notice. The Chicago School evaluates and adjusts tuition and fees yearly to align and expand enhancements to teaching, learning, and student support services. For planning purposes, students can expect an annual increase of up to 5%. Tuition and fees for the upcoming academic year are typically communicated in May each year. Other university fees and course-specific fees may apply. For a full listing of fees, please visit the university Tuition and Fees webpage.

²One-Time University Fees include Academic Success Lab and Experiential Learning Technology fee (year 1) and Degree Conferral fee (year 4). Other university fees and course-specific fees may apply. For a full listing of fees, please visit the university Tuition and Fees webpage.

³Testing fees are not included in to DO Program Annual Fee and are the responsibility of the student. Information on testing fees can be accessed through the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners and/or United States Medical Licensing Examination.

Other Costs & Living Expenses (Indirect Costs)

The following other costs and living expenses are indirect costs. Indirect costs are the responsibility of the student, not The Chicago School. These are estimated to provide a general sense of how much you may need to spend in these cost areas. Individual circumstances may vary. All estimates are subject to differ/change.

DO Program: Estimated Indirect Costs^1,2	1^st Year (12-month budget)	2^nd Year (12-month budget)	3^rd Year (12-month budget)	4^th Year (12-month budget)
Books & Supplies	$1,200	$250	$250	$250
Housing	$17,529	$17,529	$17,529	$17,529
Transportation	$9,921	$9,921	$9,921	$9,921
Personal Expenses	$9,798	$9,798	$9,798	$9,798
Food	$11,591	$11,591	$11,591	$11,591
Estimated Indirect Costs^1,2 by year	$50,039	$49,089	$49,089	$49,089

¹The amounts shown are calculated based off of the assumption that you are an independent student, so these may vary if you have a different dependency status. Please note that all figures are estimates and actual costs may vary based on individual circumstances. All estimates are subject to differ/change.

²Testing fees are not included in to DO Program Annual Fee and are the responsibility of the student. Information on testing fees can be accessed through the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners and/or United States Medical Licensing Examination.

How to Finance Your Education

Providing a high-quality education and supporting you through the process of financing it is our top priority. There are many ways to finance this new journey, and we’re here to help you find the best way forward.