UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN STATES (Western States Chiropractic)
- 2900 NE 132nd Ave
- Portland, OR 97230
- OPEID College Code: 01230900
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- General Phone: (503) 256-3180
- President: Joseph Brimhall, D.c.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 474
- College Alias: Western States Chiropractic
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Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.uws.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Western States Chiropractic College is to educate students in the art, science, and philosophy of chiropractic; to cultivate those skills and attitudes that will foster clinical decision-making based on established chiropractic procedures, scientific knowledge, integrity, and a genuine concern for humankind; and to prepare its students for their role as primary care physicians, competent in diagnosis and in the chiropractic management of patients' health-care needs. The College is also committed to sponsoring active research, programs for post-graduate education, training for related health fields and services which benefit the general community.
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Hospital Services Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Other Health Professions Schools
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Graduate/Professional
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- Admission Links
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 80%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 80% | 40% | - | 20% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,792 | $2,305 | - | $650 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 0.7% | 1.2% | - |
| Number in Default | 1 | 2 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 133 | 161 | 225 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $7,765 | $7,343 | $6,955 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $7,765 | $7,343 | $6,955 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,765 | $7,343 | $6,955 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,295 | $1,295 | $1,295 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,961 | $8,961 | $8,961 |
| Other Expenses | $6,227 | $6,627 | $7,656 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,227 | $6,627 | $7,656 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,060 | $8,638 | $8,250 |
| In-State | $9,060 | $8,638 | $8,250 |
| Out of State | $9,060 | $8,638 | $8,250 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $24,248 | $24,226 | $24,867 |
| In-State | $24,248 | $24,226 | $24,867 |
| Out of State | $24,248 | $24,226 | $24,867 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $15,287 | $15,265 | $15,906 |
| In-State | $15,287 | $15,265 | $15,906 |
| Out of State | $15,287 | $15,265 | $15,906 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||||
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other Degree | - | 5 | - | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||||
| Massage Therapy Degree | 19 | - | - | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 474 Undergraduate: 29 Graduate: 445
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 316 Female: 158
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 12 Female: 17
- Graduate Gender Male: 304 Female: 141
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 474 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 29 Part-Time: 0
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 445 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 24 | 5% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 73 | 15% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 3 | 0.6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 10 | 2% |
| Ages 22-24 | 104 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 235 | 50% |
| Ages 30-34 | 67 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 28 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 26 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 115 | 104 | 11 |
| Faculty Status | 43 | 35 | 8 |
| Tenured Faculty | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 44 | 36 | 8 |
| Primarily Instruction | 40 | 33 | 7 |
| Primarily Research | 1 | 1 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 25 | 25 | - |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 7 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 39 | 36 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 26 | 23 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 7 | 7 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $62,028 (35) | $65,359 (23) | $55,643 (12) |
| Professor | $86,997 (5) | $86,997 (5) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $67,879 (10) | $68,702 (7) | $65,958 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $54,048 (16) | $56,416 (7) | $52,205 (9) |
| Instructor | $49,453 (2) | $49,453 (2) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,751 (35) | $53,477 (23) | $45,527 (12) |
| Professor | $71,181 (5) | $71,181 (5) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $55,539 (10) | $56,212 (7) | $53,967 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $44,222 (16) | $46,160 (7) | $42,714 (9) |
| Instructor | $40,462 (2) | $40,462 (2) | - (-) |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
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| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
