University of Western States

University of Western States, founded in 1904, offers a world-class, integrated health care education focused on evidence-informed practices. Graduates are equipped to provide high-quality health care that combines scientific knowledge, professional expertise, and the unique needs and preferences of each patient or client.

Located in Portland, Oregon, UWS is the second oldest chiropractic educational program in the world. The university is at the forefront of a holistic approach to health care, recognizing the importance of addressing the whole person. By delivering comprehensive and integrated curricula that are rooted in current research and best practices, UWS empowers its students to become leaders in their chosen field.

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1,000+

Students Educated Annually

11

Degree and Certificate Programs

2^nd

Oldest Chiropractic Program in the World

24%

International Students

For the Good of the Patient

UWS embraces a patient-centered approach to comprehensive and personalized care that empowers patients to actively participate in their own health journey.

Whole Health Clinic

A university-run clinic gives students hands-on experience while offering patients a range of services in a collaborative environment where practitioners take a wholistic approach to care.

Evidence-Informed Care

As a leader in health sciences education, UWS provides evidence-informed curricula grounded in current research, best practices, and integration of compassion into competent patient-centered care.

System Growth

UWS is the most recent institution to join The Community Solution, bringing a fresh perspective and approach that further strengthens our commitment to preparing qualified, compassionate practitioners.

Joining The Community Solution has been incredible for University of Western States. The partnership has opened opportunities to enhance our programs and expand our reach, all while maintaining our commitment to evidence-based, integrated health care education. Together we can shape the future of health care education in innovative and meaningful ways.”

– Joseph Brimhall, DC, FICC, President, University of Western States

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University of Western States Celebrates 120 Years of Excellence in…

This year University of Western States (UWS) celebrates the 120th anniversary of its founding, marking over a century of advancing chiropractic medicine and whole-person health education. “As we commemorate this...…

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University of Western States Earns 2023 Beacon Award for Excellence…

University’s Lead Role in Innovative Benchmarking Consortium Expected to Yield Greater Student Retention and Graduation Rates University of Western States (UWS) has received the 2023 Beacon Award for Excellence in...…

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Memorial Scholarship Created to Honor the Late Dr. Steve Oliver

In fall 2023, the Dr. Steve Edward Oliver memorial scholarship will be established by his partner of 49 years, Ray Matlock Smythe, BA, MAT, to help ease the financial burden...…

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UWS provides sports medicine treatment at Portland’s first-ever Juneteenth Rodeo

On June 17, students and faculty from the University of Western States (UWS) sports medicine program had the opportunity to provide treatments for rodeo athletes in town for the 8 Seconds...…

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2022 UWS Alumnus of the Year

Jaipaul Parmar, DC – Commitment to the UWS Motto: “For the Good of the Patient” Jaipaul Parmar, DC, 2010 graduate of University of Western States (UWS) is the 2022 UWS...…

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University of Western States Becomes Sixth Institution to Join TCS…

The Nonprofit System uses a Collaborative Model that is Distinct in Higher Education TCS Education System, a national nonprofit system of colleges and universities announced today that Portland, Oregon-based University of...…

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Stress, Digestion, and the Microbiome

By: Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CNS, IFMCP, UWS human nutrition and functional medicine instructor Reposted with permission from Dr. Minich’s professional blog page Follow Dr. Minich on social media: There...…