ILLINOIS COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY (ICO)
- 3241 S Michigan Ave
- Chicago, IL 60616
- OPEID College Code: 00168900
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- General Phone: (312) 949-7400
- President: Dr. Arol Augsburger
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 628
- College Alias: ICO
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History
The Illinois College of Optometry (ICO), located in Chicago, Illinois, was founded by Dr. Henry Olin in 1872. The school is the oldest continually operating optometry facility in the world. ICO has remained a leader of optometry for over 135 years and has been dedicated to providing a quality education to aspiring optometry students.
Academics
ICO provides a doctor of optometry (OD) degree to graduates of it optometry program. ICO's class and clinical programs are considered top-notch, covering a broad range of the sciences and preparing students for work in the field of optometry. The clinical portion of the program has over 150 affiliate clinics it works with the provide students with rotations. 20% of ODs in the United States are graduates of ICO.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admission to the Illinois College of Optometry requires a certain amount of prerequisite college hours in a variety of subjects be completed. Individuals may visit the website or contact the school for more information. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Eligibility is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which must be completed and submitted.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.ico.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Other Health Professions Schools
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Graduate/Professional
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.ico.edu
- Admission Fees
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
None Available
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: ICO Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 135 | 53 | 488 |
| Doctor | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Optometry Degree | 148 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 628 Graduate: 628
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 221 Female: 407
- Graduate Gender Male: 221 Female: 407
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 628 Part-Time: 0
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 628 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 88 | 14% |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.2% |
| Black | 11 | 2% |
| Asian | 174 | 28% |
| Hispanic | 18 | 3% |
| White | 336 | 54% |
| Unknown | - | - |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 22 | 4% |
| Ages 22-24 | 291 | 46% |
| Ages 25-29 | 286 | 46% |
| Ages 30-34 | 20 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 7 | 1% |
| Ages 40-49 | 2 | 0.3% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 233 | 169 | 64 |
| Faculty Status | 81 | 47 | 34 |
| Tenured Faculty | 34 | 34 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 81 | 47 | 34 |
| Primarily Instruction | 81 | 47 | 34 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 24 | 24 | - |
| Other Professionals | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 114 | 86 | 28 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 52 | 51 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $90,744 (47) | $91,185 (22) | $90,355 (25) |
| Professor | $106,366 (10) | $98,022 (6) | $118,883 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $95,470 (24) | $100,063 (11) | $91,583 (13) |
| Assistant Professor | $71,456 (11) | $63,811 (4) | $75,825 (7) |
| Instructor | $62,000 (2) | $62,000 (1) | $62,000 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $74,247 (47) | $74,608 (22) | $73,929 (25) |
| Professor | $87,029 (10) | $80,202 (6) | $97,270 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $78,114 (24) | $81,872 (11) | $74,933 (13) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,465 (11) | $52,210 (4) | $62,040 (7) |
| Instructor | $50,728 (2) | $50,728 (1) | $50,728 (1) |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 1 |
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