Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 012309
- Phone: (503) 838-8000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
18FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,375Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
University of Western States (WSCC)
345 North Monmouth Ave, Monmouth, OR
University of Western States, located in Portland, Oregon, was founded in 1904 by Drs. Eva and John Marsh. The school was initially known as Marshes' School and Cure but changed its name five years later to Pacific College of Chiropractic. By 1932 the school had once again been renamed Pacific Chiropractic College, and in 1937 the Health Research Foundation formed under which the school operated. The school relocated twice, in 1946 and 1973, and had once again changed its name to Western States Chiropractic College. In 2010 the school became the University of Western States, and offers a variety of programs in health care studies, including the oldest chiropractic program in the world, that may result in graduate or post-graduate degrees.
Academics
University of Western States provides programs in a select number of programs in health care science. The programs may result in a bachelor, master, or doctoral program. The school believes in providing quality education developed over a hundred years. A focus on patient health care is stressed. The school has a low student to teacher ratio, allowing for a more personal education and hands on training.
Programs offered include:
- Massage Therapy
- Nutrition and Functional Medicine
- Exercise and Sports Science
- Chiropractic
- Human Biology
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions to University of Western States have separate requirements for its various programs. The lowest level program requires students to have a high school diploma or equivalent and be eighteen years of age. Students should complete the application along with the required essay. Master and doctoral programs require lower level degrees in a related field. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, and grants. Students in need of financial aid should visit the schools website to review the various applications and forms that need to be completed in order to be considered. Scholarships are also available, typically requiring a separate application and offering funds for reasons other than need.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Western States accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of Western States is about 1,100.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 10% | $8,375 |
Student Loans (Federal) | 23% | $8,681 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Western States may offer services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Chiropractic (D.C.) Program
- * Accredited by the The Council on Chiropractic Education (since 1981)
- Massage Therapy & Bodywork Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (since 2013)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Western States by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Chiropractic (D)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 012309
- Phone: (503) 838-8000
- School Homepage