It's a journey. A professional degree earned at Northeast College of Health Sciences over 10 trimesters, leading to a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). Core sciences. Evidence-informed clinical practice. Leading-edge research. Time-honored adjustive techniques. Step-by-step growth. Discovery. Obstacles. Guides and mentors. Clinical opportunities. Mastery.
You'll study alongside peers from diverse undergraduate backgrounds: from liberal arts and social sciences to specialties such as exercise science and physiology, biology, kinesiology, athletic training, nursing, physical therapy. You'll learn deeply from a community of experienced doctors who model, day by day, what it takes to be well and stay well. You'll be supported by our dedicated Career Development and Professional Success team, who see your career goals as their goals, too. And in the end, you'll join the ranks of Northeast alumni thriving in clinical settings and private practice, united by a common bond: a dedication to daily preparation, a patient-first approach, and a steadfast work ethic. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 to 100 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
In order to be admitted into the Doctor of Chiropractic program, candidates must have completed the equivalent of three academic years of undergraduate study (90 semester hours) at an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or an equivalent foreign agency with a grade point average in these designated 90 hours of not less than a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
The 90 hours will include a minimum of 24 hours in life and physical science courses. These science courses will provide an adequate background for success in the program, and at least half of these courses will have a substantive laboratory component. The candidate's undergraduate preparation also includes a well-rounded general education program, examples of which consist of the humanities, social sciences, fine arts, business management, and other course work deemed relevant, to achieve success in the curriculum. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.