Higher Education in Peoria

U OF I COLLEGE OF MEDICINE: THE NEXT GENERATION OF DOCTORS

Devoted to the education of physicians, the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria provides their students with the medical knowledge and skills they need to practice the highest quality medicine and continue biological and clinical research. Additionally, they intend to educate a new breed of physicians and find new ways to serve the community.

Bradley University: Personal attention and a quality education

Situated on a beautiful 85-acre campus, Bradley University offers the quality, personal attention and challenge that only a small private college can. With over 100 programs in five colleges plus a graduate school, Bradley promises to become one of the nation’s best comprehensive universities.

ICC: Your companion in your educational adventure

At Illinois Central College, you’ll find welcome smiles and new companions for your educational adventure. As President, Dr. John S. Erwin puts it, “Our excellent faculty will assist you to learn the newest technologies and the latest information in your field of study.” At ICC, they care about you and vow to support your path to success.

Robert Morris: Day or night, it's there for you

Located in the heart of Peoria’s business district, the Peoria campus of Robert Morris College offers degrees in Business Administration, Computer Networking and Medical Assisting. Whether you’re a day or evening student, Robert Morris offers the latest technological facilities in education to help you on your way.

Midstate College: Accommodating all types of students

For over 115 years, Midstate College has served Peoria and Central Illinois making learning a positive and enjoyable experience. The administration seeks to grow and develop to meet the challenges of the future. In doing so, they offer small classes during the day, night and online to accommodate students with complex schedules.

Methodist College of Nursing: Believing in Lifelong Learning

Methodist College of Nursing is a private institution offering a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Committed to high standards of excellence in education, scholarship and service, Methodist College of Nursing has partnered with the Peoria Public School District 150 and Illinois Central College to introduce the “Grow Your Own” nursing program. This program will provide grants to qualified students seeking a nursing degree.

Saint Francis College of Nursing: A reputation for excellence

Since 1905, Saint Francis College of Nursing has been dedicated to the highest levels of patient care and has gained a reputation for excellence in nursing education.

Started by The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis in Peoria, the College continues to provide healthcare to the sick, injured, and poor and education for healthcare providers to the community of Peoria and surrounding areas.

It is a small, private, Catholic, single purpose institution located on the campus of OSF Saint Francis Medical Center.

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