University of Western States

University of Western States (UWS), located in Portland, Ore., offers a world-class, integrated education to our students and provides the community with an unsurpassed, natural approach to health and wellness.

Founded in 1904 as a chiropractic college, UWS has evolved into a university offering a variety of health and wellness degrees. We have been a leader in health sciences education through integrated, evidence-informed curricula grounded in our dedication to the most up-to-date health care research and practices. We are committed to honoring our roots in chiropractic by integrating other related fields of study to support a well-balanced and whole-body approach to our wellness education.

We support our students as they embark on rigorous courses of study, helping them to achieve a life-balance and providing them with resources that will ready them for successful careers in health service. We also offer care to our community, with several regional clinics staffed with highly qualified health care professionals and senior interns.

Our vast network of partners in related fields makes us a valuable resource not only to students, but to health care professionals throughout the country.