For descriptions of this profession, see: What is Chiropractic section of the  or 

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 .

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:

• 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