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University of Western States

University of Western States

Portland, OR · City0
4
Year
Private Non-profit
City
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
About

Founded in 1904 as the second-oldest chiropractic college in the world, the University of Western States (UWS) is a private health sciences institution renowned for its evidence-informed Doctor of Chiropractic degree alongside specialized graduate programs in sports medicine, clinical nutrition, and sport psychology. UWS distinguishes itself through a whole-person, integrative healthcare philosophy that bridges traditional and natural medicine through rigorous academics and hands-on practice in its outpatient clinics. The campus culture is professional, close-knit, and wellness-oriented, offering a focused learning environment where career-driven graduate students collaborate closely with faculty in the Pacific Northwest.


Wikipedia:University of Western States is a private health science-focused university in Portland, Oregon. Founded in 1904, UWS is the second oldest chiropractic university in the world. The university has just under 1,000 students enrolled in both online and on campus.

Location
Portland, OR, 97213 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
PDX · Portland
4 mi away
Cost

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Admissions

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Median earnings (6yr)
$26,840
Median earnings (10yr)
$27,382
Debt range (25th–75th)
$4,675$11,510
Debt (90th percentile)
$16,750
Student Body
Men 0%Women 0%
Median family income
$8,829
Independent students
92%
Avg age at entry
30.0
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$26,840
10 years after entry
$27,382
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other131
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Institutional
Endowment
$3M
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, mostly part-time
Full-time faculty
28%
Avg faculty salary
$7,650/mo
Instructional spend/student
$8,511

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