Chiropractic at University of Western States
If you plan to study Chiropractic, consider the program at University of Western States. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Western States is in Portland, OR.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 160 chiropractic degrees were awarded at University of Western States.
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Online Class Availability at University of Western States
Online coursework is an option at University of Western States. Among 959 students, 587 (61%) studied exclusively online and 320 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Chiropractic Rankings at University of Western States
Use these rankings to compare University of Western States’s Chiropractic program to other colleges that offer this major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 13 |
Earnings for Chiropractic Graduates from University of Western States
Those who finish University of Western States’s Chiropractic program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $50,012 |
| 2 years | $49,752 |
| 3 years | $51,829 |
| 4 years | $59,802 |
| 5 years | $67,621 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Chiropractic graduates from University of Western States earn a median of $59,802, compared with $55,392 for all University of Western States graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
More Specific Chiropractic Concentrations at University of Western States
The Chiropractic program at University of Western States breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chiropractic | 160 |
Best-Paid Careers for Chiropractic Graduates
Graduates of the Chiropractic program at University of Western States pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Chiropractic majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Chiropractors | $117,961 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.