Doctor of Chiropractic, D.C.
For descriptions of this profession, see: What is Chiropractic section of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges or Explore Health Careers
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
Typical chiropractic programs are 4 years.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Schools may require English, cell biology, genetics, math, social sciences, humanities and/or other courses. Check directly with those schools and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges.
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| 1 Year of General Biology | Biology 101 Molecules, Genes and Cells |
Biology 102 Evolution, Organisms & Ecology |
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| 1 Year of General Chemistry | Chemistry 130 Structure & Properties of Inorganic Compounds w/ Lab |
Chemistry 170 Stoichiometric Calculations |
Chemistry 260 Thermodynamics, Equilibrium & Kinetics w/ Lab |
| 1 Year Organic Chemistry | Chemistry 120 Structure & Properties of Organic Molecules w/ Lab |
Chemistry 310 Enzyme Mechanics |
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| 1 Year Physics | Physics 120 Principles of Physics I w/ Lab |
Physics 130 Principles of Physics II w/ Lab |
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| 1 Semester Biochemistry | Chemistry 240 Structure & Function of Biomolecules w/ Lab |
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| Introductory Psychology | Psychology 100 Introductory Psychology |
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APPLICATION TIMELINE
For admittance directly after DePauw: Prerequisite courses completed by the end of senior year; although, preference may be given to applicants who complete the required courses sooner. Apply during the fall semester of senior year.
APPLICATION SERVICE
Chiropractic Centralized Application Service (ChrioCAS)
- Each school selects an application deadline, so confirm the deadline with the school.
- Schools not participating in ChiroCAS, apply directly to the school.
- Apply early! Do not wait until the application deadline.
STANDARDIZED TEST
Many chiropractic schools do not require any standardized test for admission. However, depending on the school the Chiropractic College Aptitude Test (CCAT) may be required.
Chiropractic College Aptitude Test (CCAT): Take after biology, all chemistry, physics and mathematics courses are completed.
The CCAT has 100 multiple choice questions. The test takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete. Register for the CCAT through the Enrollment Office at a chiropractic college. You receive your scores immediately upon completion of the test.
Free and low-cost preparation materials:
- National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
- Check with the Hubbard Center
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
- Overall and science GPA
- Extracurricular activities
- Medically-related experience
- Research experience
- Community service
- Leadership experiences
- Letters of recommendation- Often including one from the Health Professions Adviser
- Interview
- Personal statement
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
General:
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CALL 765-658-4622, OR EMAIL HUBBARD@DEPAUW.EDU
