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Illinois College of Optometry

Overview

At a Glance

School type

Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Faculty

78 Faculty Members | 6:01 student faculty ratio

Religious affliation

Not applicable

Mission Statement

The Illinois College of Optometry has a long and distinguished legacy as the oldest continually operating educational facility dedicated solely to the teaching of optometrists. Since its founding in 1872, the College's evolution has closely paralleled the development of the profession of optometry. Throughout our history, ICO has remained at the forefront of optometry through the dedicated efforts of faculty and students as well as our excellent facilities.

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Academics

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Admissions

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Student Life

Student Demographics

Female Students
74%
Male Students
26%

Student Ethnicities
  1. Caucasian39.88%
  2. Asian25.88%
  3. Two Or More Ethnicities22.77%
  4. Hispanic/Latino5.64%
  5. Black3.7%
  6. Not Specified1.75%
  7. American Indian/Alaska Native0.19%
  8. Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.19%

Student body breakdown

Total students enrolled

536

Graduate students

536

Attendance breakdown

Full time
97%
Part time
3%

Student services

  • Meal plan
  • Counseling services
  • Remedial services
  • Work-study
  • Placement services
  • Study abroad
  • Weekend/evening classes
  • On-campus day care for student's children

Top five largest sports teams

Male sports:
  • All Track Combined
  • Baseball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Soccer
  • Basketball
Female sports:
  • All Track Combined
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
Full List of Athletics

Full List of Athletics X

    • Male

    • All Track Combined
    • Baseball
    • Swimming and Diving
    • Soccer
    • Basketball
    • Tennis
    • Female

    • All Track Combined
    • Swimming and Diving
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Volleyball
    • Basketball
    • Tennis
    • Golf
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