Chicago College of Optometry Commencement

Join us to celebrate our Chicago College of Optometry graduates!

Event Information

  • 3:00 – 4:00pm CDT
  • Cardinal Hall

The Chicago College of Optometry (CCO) will hold its commencement ceremony on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in Cardinal Hall.

Are you a graduate? Please visit our Graduate Information page for additional details.

Graduate Information

Are you a guest? Please visit our Family and Friends page for additional details including parking and directions.

Family and Friends

Questions about academics and banquets?
Office of the Dean, Chicago College of Optometry
Phone: 630-960-3008

Questions about regalia and diplomas?
Office of the Registrar
Phone: 630-515-6074
Email: ilregistrar@midwestern.edu 

Questions about the graduation ceremony and parking?
Office of Communications
Phone: 630-515-7213
Email: communications@midwestern.edu

Driving Directions

For Downers Grove, IL, the commencement ceremony is held in Cardinal Hall.

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