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About the White Coat Ceremony

In an annual ceremony, first year students will receive their clinical white coats at the White Coat Ceremony.

During the ceremony, students from each campus will pledge their commitment to uphold the standards of tomorrow's healthcare team and preparing for their future as healthcare professionals.

Friends and family of students are cordially invited to attend. We ask that all guests review our updated security policy prior to arrival.

There will be no tickets and seating will be on a first come first serve basis.

Upcoming Ceremonies

All white coat ceremonies will be livestreamed, please check back on the day of your ceremony for the livestream link. The 2026 dates will be posted soon.

Downers Grove

Ceremony 1 - Friday, October 3, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
Guests requiring special seating accommodations must arrive promptly at 2:30 p.m.

• College of Health Sciences - IL (CHS)
• View digital program for CHS-IL
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Ceremony 2 - Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Guests requiring special seating accommodations must arrive promptly at 8:45 a.m.

• Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM)
• View digital program for CCOM

Ceremony 3 - Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Guests requiring special seating accommodations must arrive promptly at 12:45 p.m.

• College of Pharmacy, Downers Grove (CPDG)
• Chicago College of Optometry (CCO)
• View digital program for CPDG & CCO

Additional Information

For additional information, please contact your College Dean's Office.

Information for family and friends of our white coat recipients, including our new security policy, can be found on the Family and Friends page.

Family and Friends