University of Bridgeport

Program Information

Degree Offered

Doctor of Chiropractic

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The University’s Doctor of Chiropractic is one of the only university based programs and prepares students to be primary health care providers. Each student is educated to diagnose patients, care for the human body, understand and relate fundamental scientific information, and consult with or refer to other health care providers. The program is four years full-time on the Bridgeport campus and offers fall and spring intake each year on a rolling basis. Students are required to complete two years of basic and clinical science coursework followed by two years of clinical rotations and an internship. The College partners with the Nutrition and Acupuncture Institutes to provide dual degree options. Scholarships are available to qualified candidates.

Accreditation:

The program is accredited by: The Commission on Accreditation of the Council on Chiropractic Education 8049 N. 85th Way Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (480) 443-8877 The College of Chiropractic is also a member of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges. The Doctor of Chiropractic Degree program received its initial accreditation in 1994. The program was reaffirmed in 1997 and 2002. It is currently accredited through 2010. For more information about accreditation visit CCE.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Midsize City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999