The following list identifies the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) Directory of Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) Degree Programs currently holding Accredited Status.
CCE Accredited Programs and Institutions must clearly state their accreditation status and public statements in accordance with CCE Policy 22, Program Integrity & Representation of Accreditation Status and CCE Policy 151, Service to the Public and Public Disclosure. (Reference: CCE Manual of Policies)
Parties who wish to submit third-party comment regarding any program/institution must do so in accordance with CCE Policy 68, Provision of Opportunity for Third-Party Comment Regarding Accreditation Decisions. (Reference: CCE Manual of Policies)
The directory specifically lists the most recent accreditation activity for each program to include the accreditation status, the bases and reasons about why the status has been awarded, any conditions imposed on the accreditation status, and upcoming dates for the next accreditation activities. Furthermore, the directory lists student achievement data through hyperlinks to each program for review of program completion rates and licensing board success rates.
CCE Accredited Programs and Institutions must clearly state their accreditation status and public statements in accordance with CCE Policy 22, Program Integrity & Representation of Accreditation Status and CCE Policy 151, Service to the Public and Public Disclosure. (Reference: CCE Manual of Policies)
Parties who wish to submit third-party comment regarding any program/institution must do so in accordance with CCE Policy 68, Provision of Opportunity for Third-Party Comment Regarding Accreditation Decisions. (Reference: CCE Manual of Policies)
The directory specifically lists the most recent accreditation activity for each program to include the accreditation status, the bases and reasons about why the status has been awarded, any conditions imposed on the accreditation status, and upcoming dates for the next accreditation activities. Furthermore, the directory lists student achievement data through hyperlinks to each program for review of program completion rates and licensing board success rates.
cANADIAN MEMORIAL CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
ACCREDITATION STATUS
CANADIAN MEMORIAL CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
6100 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON M2H 3J1
CANADIAN MEMORIAL CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
6100 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON M2H 3J1
Accredited (Programmatic)
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 2022.
NOTE: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education Canada (CCEC) and maintains degree granting approval from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) of Ontario.
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 2022.
NOTE: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education Canada (CCEC) and maintains degree granting approval from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) of Ontario.
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Toronto, ON, Canada.
website: https://www.cmcc.ca/
website: https://www.cmcc.ca/
Self-Study Report (04/2021); Comprehensive Site Visit (09/2021); Council actions: At its January 2022 meeting, the Council awarded initial accreditation to CMCC’s doctor of chiropractic program and determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and determined the program meets all the standards for accreditation (Sections 2.A-K.), to include, mission, planning and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service and distance/correspondence education.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and determined the program meets all the standards for accreditation (Sections 2.A-K.), to include, mission, planning and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service and distance/correspondence education.
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CLEVELAND UNIVERSITY - KANSAS CITY
ACCREDITATION STATUS
CLEVELAND UNIVERSITY - KANSAS CITY, COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
10850 Lowell Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66210
CLEVELAND UNIVERSITY - KANSAS CITY, COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
10850 Lowell Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66210
Accredited (Programmatic)
Cleveland University – KC, College of Chiropractic (CCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1982. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to CCC in 1985, 1988, 1992, 1999, 2006, 2013, and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2022.
NOTE: Cleveland University - KC maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Cleveland University – KC, College of Chiropractic (CCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1982. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to CCC in 1985, 1988, 1992, 1999, 2006, 2013, and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2022.
NOTE: Cleveland University - KC maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Overland Park, Kansas.
website: https://www.cleveland.edu/
website: https://www.cleveland.edu/
Progress Report (09/2022); Focused Site Visit (10/2022); Council actions: At its January 2023 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at CUKC.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the progress review process, including the progress report, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). CUKC has implemented an assessment system that ensures the achievement of each MCO by each student prior to graduation; and that utilizes mechanisms to track and analyze aggregate MCO data against the program-level performance targets established for each trimester with tracking, analysis, and utilization of aggregate MCO assessment data to inform program improvements. The Council determined the program provided the evidence requested by the Council in its February 2, 2022, letter and meets the standards for accreditation regarding the assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2). The Council has removed the sanction of warning relating to the accreditation status of CUKC, with no further reporting required at this time
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the progress review process, including the progress report, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). CUKC has implemented an assessment system that ensures the achievement of each MCO by each student prior to graduation; and that utilizes mechanisms to track and analyze aggregate MCO data against the program-level performance targets established for each trimester with tracking, analysis, and utilization of aggregate MCO assessment data to inform program improvements. The Council determined the program provided the evidence requested by the Council in its February 2, 2022, letter and meets the standards for accreditation regarding the assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2). The Council has removed the sanction of warning relating to the accreditation status of CUKC, with no further reporting required at this time
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Fall 2025 Spring 2029 Fall 2029 January 2030 |
To view Cleveland University – Kansas City National Board Scores and the DCP’s Completion Rate, click here
D'YOUVILLE UNiversity
ACCREDITATION STATUS
D’YOUVILLE UNIVERSITY
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC PROGRAM
320 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14201
D’YOUVILLE UNIVERSITY
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC PROGRAM
320 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14201
Accredited (Programmatic)
The D’Youville University– Doctor of Chiropractic Program (DYu) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 2007. The Council granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to DYC in July 2011, and its most recent decision in July 2019.
NOTE: D’Youville University maintains regional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
The D’Youville University– Doctor of Chiropractic Program (DYu) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 2007. The Council granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to DYC in July 2011, and its most recent decision in July 2019.
NOTE: D’Youville University maintains regional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Buffalo, New York.
website: http://www.dyc.edu/
website: http://www.dyc.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (10/2021); Council actions: At its January 2022 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
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Fall 2025 Spring 2027 Fall 2027 January 2028 |
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KEISER UNIVERSITY
ACCREDITATION STATUS
KEISER UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE
2085 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
KEISER UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE
2085 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Accredited (Programmatic)
Keiser University - College of Chiropractic Medicine (KUCCM) received its initial accreditation status with the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 2019.
NOTE: Keiser University maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
Keiser University - College of Chiropractic Medicine (KUCCM) received its initial accreditation status with the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 2019.
NOTE: Keiser University maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its main campus in West Palm Beach, Florida.
website: https://www.keiseruniversity.edu/
website: https://www.keiseruniversity.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (10/2020); Council actions: At its January 2021 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
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Fall 2022 January 2023 Fall 2024 Fall 2026 |
Keiser University College of Chiropractic Medicine will graduate their first cohort in December 2019.
For information regarding National Board Scores and Completion Rates, please contact the program.
For information regarding National Board Scores and Completion Rates, please contact the program.
LIFE UNIVERSITY
ACCREDITATION STATUS
LIFE UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta, GA 30060
LIFE UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta, GA 30060
Accredited (Programmatic)
The Life University – College of Chiropractic (LUCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1985. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LUCC in 1987, 1990, 1995, 2005; by the Council in 2013 and also in its most recent decision in July 2021.
NOTE: Life University maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The Life University – College of Chiropractic (LUCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1985. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LUCC in 1987, 1990, 1995, 2005; by the Council in 2013 and also in its most recent decision in July 2021.
NOTE: Life University maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Marietta, Georgia.
website: https://www.life.edu/
website: https://www.life.edu/
Progress Report (02/2022); Focused Site Visit (04/2022); Council actions: At its July 2022 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at LUCC.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the progress review process, to include the progress report, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). LUCC demonstrated it employs best practices in the assessment of student achievement of the MCOs, verifies each student-intern’s achievement of the MCOs prior to graduation, and employs a multi-level quality assurance system that monitors the delivery of patient care consistent with applicable and accepted industry standards. The Council determined the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2) and quality patient care (Standards, Section 2.H.3). The Council has removed the sanction of warning relating to the accreditation status of LUCC, with no further reporting required at this time.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the progress review process, to include the progress report, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). LUCC demonstrated it employs best practices in the assessment of student achievement of the MCOs, verifies each student-intern’s achievement of the MCOs prior to graduation, and employs a multi-level quality assurance system that monitors the delivery of patient care consistent with applicable and accepted industry standards. The Council determined the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2) and quality patient care (Standards, Section 2.H.3). The Council has removed the sanction of warning relating to the accreditation status of LUCC, with no further reporting required at this time.
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To view Life University’s National Board Scores and the DCP Completion Rate click here.
LIFE CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE WEST
ACCREDITATION STATUS
LIFE CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE WEST
25001 Industrial Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94545
LIFE CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE WEST
25001 Industrial Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94545
Accredited (Programmatic)
Life Chiropractic College West (LCCW) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 1987. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LCCW in 1990, 1995 and 2003; by the Council in 2011 and in its most recent decision in January 2019.
NOTE: Life Chiropractic College West maintains regional accreditation with WSCUC. From July 1987 – July 2017 LCCW maintained both programmatic and institutional accreditation with CCE.
Life Chiropractic College West (LCCW) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 1987. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LCCW in 1990, 1995 and 2003; by the Council in 2011 and in its most recent decision in January 2019.
NOTE: Life Chiropractic College West maintains regional accreditation with WSCUC. From July 1987 – July 2017 LCCW maintained both programmatic and institutional accreditation with CCE.
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Hayward, California.
website: https://www.lifewest.edu/
website: https://www.lifewest.edu/
Interim Report (08/2022); Interim Site Visit (09/2022). Council actions: At its January 2023 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at LCCW.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Interim Site Visit review regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in program effectiveness (Standard 2.A.3), student achievement (Standard 2.A.4), assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standard 2.H.2), and distance/correspondence education (Standard 2.K.1-2), with no further reporting required at this time.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Interim Site Visit review regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in program effectiveness (Standard 2.A.3), student achievement (Standard 2.A.4), assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standard 2.H.2), and distance/correspondence education (Standard 2.K.1-2), with no further reporting required at this time.
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Fall 2025 Spring 2026 July 2026 |
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LOGAN UNIVERSITY
ACCREDITATION STATUS
LOGAN UNIVERSITY – LOGAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
1851 Schoettler Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
LOGAN UNIVERSITY – LOGAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
1851 Schoettler Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Accredited (Programmatic)
Logan College of Chiropractic (LCOC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1978. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LCOC in 1982, 1986, 1991, 1998, July 2006 and in its most recent decision in July 2015.
NOTE: Logan University maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Logan College of Chiropractic (LCOC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1978. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LCOC in 1982, 1986, 1991, 1998, July 2006 and in its most recent decision in July 2015.
NOTE: Logan University maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Chesterfield, Missouri.
website: https://www.logan.edu/
website: https://www.logan.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (4/2021); Progress Report (4/2021) Council actions: At its July 2021 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate and program completion rate thresholds and publication (CCE Policy 56), and resources (Standard 2.D).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Progress Report and determined the program meets the standards for accreditation related to the required meta-competency curricular objectives (Standard 2.H).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate and program completion rate thresholds and publication (CCE Policy 56), and resources (Standard 2.D).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Progress Report and determined the program meets the standards for accreditation related to the required meta-competency curricular objectives (Standard 2.H).
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Self-Study:
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Fall 2022
Spring 2023 July 2023 Spring 2025 Spring 2027 |
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
ACCREDITATION STATUS
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
LOS ANGELES COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
16200 E. Amber Valley Drive, Whittier, CA 90609
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
LOS ANGELES COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
16200 E. Amber Valley Drive, Whittier, CA 90609
Accredited (Programmatic)
The Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (LACC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LACC in 1975, 1976, 1980, 1983, 1986, 1989, 1994, 2001, 2008 and again by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2017.
NOTE: Southern California University of Health Sciences maintains regional accreditation with the Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC).
The Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (LACC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to LACC in 1975, 1976, 1980, 1983, 1986, 1989, 1994, 2001, 2008 and again by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2017.
NOTE: Southern California University of Health Sciences maintains regional accreditation with the Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Whittier, California.
website: https://www.scuhs.edu/
website: https://www.scuhs.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (04/2022); Council actions: At its July 2022 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE accreditation standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication requirements (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56); planning (Section 2.A.2); finances (Section 2.D.1); and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE accreditation standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication requirements (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56); planning (Section 2.A.2); finances (Section 2.D.1); and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
ACCREDITATION STATUS
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE PROGRAM
200 East Roosevelt Road, Lombard, IL 60148
7200 66th Street North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE PROGRAM
200 East Roosevelt Road, Lombard, IL 60148
7200 66th Street North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Accredited (Programmatic)
The National University of Health Sciences – Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine Program (NUHS) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to NUHS in 1975, 1981, 1986, 1990, 1995, 2002, 2010 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2018.
The additional educational site at National University of Health Sciences - Florida received its initial accreditation status with the Council in July 2011 and reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation in January 2018.
NOTE: National University of Health Sciences maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The National University of Health Sciences – Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine Program (NUHS) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to NUHS in 1975, 1981, 1986, 1990, 1995, 2002, 2010 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2018.
The additional educational site at National University of Health Sciences - Florida received its initial accreditation status with the Council in July 2011 and reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation in January 2018.
NOTE: National University of Health Sciences maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its main campus in Lombard, Illinois and at its additional educational site in Pinellas Park, Florida.
website: https://www.nuhs.edu/
website: https://www.nuhs.edu/
Progress Report (09/2022); Focused Site Visit (10/2022). Council actions: At its January 2023 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at NUHS.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the progress review process, including the progress report, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). NUHS demonstrated it employs best practices in the assessment of student achievement of the MCOs and verifies each student intern’s achievement of the MCOs prior to graduation. The Council determined the program provided the evidence requested by the Council in its February 4, 2022 letter and meets the standards for accreditation regarding the assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2). The Council has removed the sanction of warning relating to the accreditation status of NUHS, with no further reporting required at this time.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the progress review process, including the progress report, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). NUHS demonstrated it employs best practices in the assessment of student achievement of the MCOs and verifies each student intern’s achievement of the MCOs prior to graduation. The Council determined the program provided the evidence requested by the Council in its February 4, 2022 letter and meets the standards for accreditation regarding the assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2). The Council has removed the sanction of warning relating to the accreditation status of NUHS, with no further reporting required at this time.
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NORTHEAST COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
ACCREDITATION STATUS
Northeast College of Health Sciences
(formerly NEW YORK CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE)
2360 State Route 89, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Northeast College of Health Sciences
(formerly NEW YORK CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE)
2360 State Route 89, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Accredited (Programmatic)
Northeast College of Health Sciences, (formerly New York Chiropractic College (NYCC)), received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1979. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to Northeast College in 1982, 1988, 1990, 1993, 1999, 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2016.
NOTE: Northeast College of Health Sciences maintains regional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Northeast College of Health Sciences, (formerly New York Chiropractic College (NYCC)), received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1979. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to Northeast College in 1982, 1988, 1990, 1993, 1999, 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2016.
NOTE: Northeast College of Health Sciences maintains regional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Seneca Falls, New York.
website: https://www.northeastcollege.edu/
website: https://www.northeastcollege.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (10/2022). Council actions: At its January 2023 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at NCHS.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report (PCR) regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56), planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further action required at this time.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report (PCR) regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56), planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further action required at this time.
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Spring 2024
Fall 2024 January 2025 Fall 2026 Fall 2028 |
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NORTHWESTERN HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
ACCREDITATION STATUS
NORTHWESTERN HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC PROGRAM
2501 West 84th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431
NORTHWESTERN HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC PROGRAM
2501 West 84th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431
Accredited (Programmatic)
The Doctor of Chiropractic Program at Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted continued (and/or renewal) of accreditation to NWHSU in 1975, 1979, 1983, 1986, 1991, 1998, 2005, 2014 by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2022.
NOTE: Northwestern Health Sciences University maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The Doctor of Chiropractic Program at Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted continued (and/or renewal) of accreditation to NWHSU in 1975, 1979, 1983, 1986, 1991, 1998, 2005, 2014 by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2022.
NOTE: Northwestern Health Sciences University maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Bloomington, Minnesota.
website: https://www.nwhealth.edu/
website: https://www.nwhealth.edu/
Self-Study Report (10/2021); Comprehensive Site Visit (04/2022); Council actions: At its July 2022 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic program at NWHSU, with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and determined the program meets all the standards for accreditation (Sections 2.A-K.), to include, mission, planning, and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies, and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service; and distance/correspondence education.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and determined the program meets all the standards for accreditation (Sections 2.A-K.), to include, mission, planning, and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies, and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service; and distance/correspondence education.
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Program Characteristics Report:
Interim Site Visit: Program Characteristics Report: Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Spring 2024
Spring 2026 Spring 2028 Fall 2029 Spring 2030 July 2030 |
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PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
ACCREDITATION STATUS
PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803
90 East Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
4777 City Center Parkway, Port Orange, FL 32129
PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
1000 Brady Street, Davenport, IA 52803
90 East Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
4777 City Center Parkway, Port Orange, FL 32129
Accredited (Programmatic)
Palmer College of Chiropractic (PCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 1979. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PCC in 1983, 1986, 1989, 1992, 1999, 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2016.
The branch campus at Palmer College of Chiropractic West (PCCW) received its initial accreditation status with the COA in June 1985. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PCCW in 1988, 1991, 1994, 2001, 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2016.
The branch campus at Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida (PCCF) received its initial accreditation status with the COA in July 2004. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PCCF in 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2016.
NOTE: Palmer College of Chiropractic maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Palmer College of Chiropractic (PCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 1979. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PCC in 1983, 1986, 1989, 1992, 1999, 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2016.
The branch campus at Palmer College of Chiropractic West (PCCW) received its initial accreditation status with the COA in June 1985. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PCCW in 1988, 1991, 1994, 2001, 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2016.
The branch campus at Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida (PCCF) received its initial accreditation status with the COA in July 2004. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PCCF in 2007 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2016.
NOTE: Palmer College of Chiropractic maintains regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its main campus in Davenport, Iowa and at its branch campuses in San Jose, California and Port Orange, Florida.
website: https://www.palmer.edu/
website: https://www.palmer.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (10/2021); Council actions: At its January 2022 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication requirements (Standards 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56); planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1); and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication requirements (Standards 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56); planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1); and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required.
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Self-Study:
Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: Program Characteristics Report: Interim Site Visit: |
Spring 2023
Fall 2023 January 2024 Fall 2025 Fall 2027 |
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PARKER UNIVERSITY
ACCREDITATION STATUS
PARKER UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
2540 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
PARKER UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
2540 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
Accredited (Programmatic)
The Parker University - College of Chiropractic (PRKR) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1988. The COA granted continued (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PRKR in 1991, 1998, 2006, 2015 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2022.
NOTE: Parker University maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The Parker University - College of Chiropractic (PRKR) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1988. The COA granted continued (and/or renewal) of accreditation to PRKR in 1991, 1998, 2006, 2015 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2022.
NOTE: Parker University maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Dallas, Texas.
website: https://www.parker.edu/
website: https://www.parker.edu/
Self-Study Report (10/2021); Comprehensive Site Visit (03/2022); Council actions: At its July 2022 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic program at PRKR, with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and determined the program meets all the standards for accreditation (Sections 2.A-K.), to include, mission, planning, and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies, and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service; and distance/correspondence education.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report, and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and determined the program meets all the standards for accreditation (Sections 2.A-K.), to include, mission, planning, and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies, and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service; and distance/correspondence education.
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Program Characteristics Report:
Interim Site Visit: Program Characteristics Report: Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Spring 2024
Spring 2026 Spring 2028 Fall 2029 Spring 2030 July 2030 |
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SHERMAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
ACCREDITATION STATUS
SHERMAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
2020 Springfield Road, Spartanburg, SC 29306
SHERMAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
2020 Springfield Road, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Accredited (Programmatic)
Sherman College of Chiropractic (SCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1995. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to SCC in 1998, 2005, 2012 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2021.
NOTE: Sherman College of Chiropractic maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
Sherman College of Chiropractic (SCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1995. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to SCC in 1998, 2005, 2012 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2021.
NOTE: Sherman College of Chiropractic maintains regional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
website: https://www.sherman.edu
website: https://www.sherman.edu
Program Characteristics Report (04/2022); Progress Report (04/2022); Council actions: At its July 2022 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required at this time.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication requirements (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56); planning (Section 2.A.2); finances (Section 2.D.1); and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials provided in the progress report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). SCC demonstrated it verifies each student-intern’s achievement of the MCOs, prior to graduation. The Council determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding assessment of learning outcomes (Standards, Section 2.H.2).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication requirements (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56); planning (Section 2.A.2); finances (Section 2.D.1); and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials provided in the progress report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies). SCC demonstrated it verifies each student-intern’s achievement of the MCOs, prior to graduation. The Council determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation regarding assessment of learning outcomes (Standards, Section 2.H.2).
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Interim Site Visit:
Program Characteristics Report: Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Spring 2024
Spring 2026 Fall 2027 Spring 2028 July 2028 |
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TEXAS CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
ACCREDITATION STATUS
TEXAS CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
5912 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX 77505
TEXAS CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
5912 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX 77505
Accredited (Programmatic)
Texas Chiropractic College (TCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to TCC in 1975, 1977, 1981, 1984, 1988, 1992, 1995, 2003, 2011 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2020.
NOTE: Texas Chiropractic College maintains institutional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
Texas Chiropractic College (TCC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1971. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to TCC in 1975, 1977, 1981, 1984, 1988, 1992, 1995, 2003, 2011 and by the Council in its most recent decision in January 2020.
NOTE: Texas Chiropractic College maintains institutional accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Pasadena, Texas.
website: http://www.txchiro.edu/
website: http://www.txchiro.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (4/2021); Progress Report (4/2021) Council actions: At its July 2021 meeting, the Council determined no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate and program completion rate thresholds and publication (CCE Policy 56), and resources (Standard 2.D).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Progress Report and determined that the program provided the information requested by the Council related to quality patient care (Section 2.H.3), with no further reporting required.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate and program completion rate thresholds and publication (CCE Policy 56), and resources (Standard 2.D).
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Progress Report and determined that the program provided the information requested by the Council related to quality patient care (Section 2.H.3), with no further reporting required.
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Interim Site Visit:
Program Characteristics Report: Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Spring 2023
Spring 2025 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 July 2027 |
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University of Bridgeport
ACCREDITATION STATUS
UNIVERSITY OF BRIDGEPORT
SCHOOL OF CHIROPRACTIC
75 Linden Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
UNIVERSITY OF BRIDGEPORT
SCHOOL OF CHIROPRACTIC
75 Linden Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Accredited (Programmatic)
The University of Bridgeport – School of Chiropractic (UBSC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1994. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to UBCC in 1997, 2002, 2011 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2018.
NOTE: The University of Bridgeport maintains regional accreditation with the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC).
The University of Bridgeport – School of Chiropractic (UBSC) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in June 1994. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to UBCC in 1997, 2002, 2011 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2018.
NOTE: The University of Bridgeport maintains regional accreditation with the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
website: https://www.bridgeport.edu/
website: https://www.bridgeport.edu/
Interim Report (8/2022); Interim Site Visit (09/2022). Council actions: At its January 2023 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at UBSC.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Interim Site Visit review regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in program effectiveness (Standard 2.A.3), student achievement (Standard 2.A.4), assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standard 2.H.2), and distance/correspondence education (Standard 2.K.1-2), with no further reporting required at this time.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Interim Site Visit review regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in program effectiveness (Standard 2.A.3), student achievement (Standard 2.A.4), assessment of learning outcomes and curricular effectiveness (Standard 2.H.2), and distance/correspondence education (Standard 2.K.1-2), with no further reporting required at this time.
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Program Characteristics Report:
Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Fall 2024
Spring 2026 Fall 2026 January 2027 |
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UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DEL CARIBE
ACCREDITATION STATUS
UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DEL CARIBE
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC PROGRAM
PO BOX 60327, Bayamon PR 00960-6032
UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DEL CARIBE
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC PROGRAM
PO BOX 60327, Bayamon PR 00960-6032
Accredited (Programmatic)
The Universidad Central del Caribe - Doctor of Chiropractic Program (UCCDCP) received its initial accreditation status with The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 2021.
NOTE: The Universidad Central del Caribe maintains institutional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
The Universidad Central del Caribe - Doctor of Chiropractic Program (UCCDCP) received its initial accreditation status with The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in July 2021.
NOTE: The Universidad Central del Caribe maintains institutional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.
website: http://www.uccaribe.edu
website: http://www.uccaribe.edu
Self-Study Report (10/2020); Comprehensive Site Visit (03/2021); Council actions: At its July 2021 meeting, the Council awarded accreditation to UCC’s doctor of chiropractic program and requires further reporting in a progress report, due April 28, 2023.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and found that the program meets the standards for accreditation in Sections 2.A-K, to include, mission, planning and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service and distance/correspondence education. This indicates that the program has no deficiencies that compromise the overall program integrity. However, the Council will review the meta-competency outcomes achievement data for the first cohort of students, following their graduation in July 2022. This area of Assessment of Learning Outcomes and Curricular Effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2) will be monitored through further reporting.
Bases and reasons for decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the accreditation process, to include the self-study, site team report and the program’s response regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies), and found that the program meets the standards for accreditation in Sections 2.A-K, to include, mission, planning and program effectiveness; ethics/integrity; governance/administration; resources; faculty; student support services; student admissions; curriculum, competencies and outcomes assessment; research and scholarship; service and distance/correspondence education. This indicates that the program has no deficiencies that compromise the overall program integrity. However, the Council will review the meta-competency outcomes achievement data for the first cohort of students, following their graduation in July 2022. This area of Assessment of Learning Outcomes and Curricular Effectiveness (Standards, Section 2.H.2) will be monitored through further reporting.
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Program Characteristics Report:
Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Spring 2023
Fall 2024 Spring 2025 July 2025 |
Universidad Central del Caribe’s Doctor of Chiropractic Program (UCCDCP) will graduate their first cohort of students in July 2022. For information regarding National Board Scores and Completion Rates, please contact the program.
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN STATES
ACCREDITATION STATUS
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN STATES
8000 NE Tillamook Street, Portland, OR 97213
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN STATES
8000 NE Tillamook Street, Portland, OR 97213
Accredited (Programmatic)
The University of Western States – College of Chiropractic (UWS) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1981. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to UWS in 1984, 1987, 1991, 1997, 2004 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2012.
NOTE: The University of Western States maintains regional accreditation with the Northwest Commission on Colleges & Universities (NWCCU).
The University of Western States – College of Chiropractic (UWS) received its initial accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation (COA) of The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) in January 1981. The COA granted reaffirmation (and/or renewal) of accreditation to UWS in 1984, 1987, 1991, 1997, 2004 and by the Council in its most recent decision in July 2012.
NOTE: The University of Western States maintains regional accreditation with the Northwest Commission on Colleges & Universities (NWCCU).
The doctor of chiropractic degree program is offered at its campus in Portland, Oregon.
website: https://www.uws.edu/
website: https://www.uws.edu/
Program Characteristics Report (10/2022). Council actions: At its January 2023 meeting, the Council continued the accreditation of the doctor of chiropractic degree program at UWS.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report (PCR) regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56), planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required at this time.
Bases and reasons for the decision: The Council reviewed all materials related to the Program Characteristics Report (PCR) regarding the CCE Accreditation Standards (and applicable policies) and determined that the program meets the standards for accreditation in licensing exam success rate, program completion rate thresholds and publication (Standards, Section 2.A.4 & CCE Policy 56), planning (Section 2.A.2), finances (Section 2.D.1), and research and scholarship (Section 2.I.1), with no further reporting required at this time.
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Interim Site Visit:
Program Characteristics Report: Self-Study: Comprehensive Site Visit: Status Review Meeting: |
Fall 2024
Fall 2026 Spring 2028 Fall 2028 January 2029 |
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