About Us

About Northwestern Health Sciences University

A Better Way to Health.

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A Leader in Person-Centered Education and Practice

We are Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU). We are a mission- and vision-driven university, preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to not only deliver, but also advance health care.

Northwestern Health Sciences University takes a person-centered approach to health education and practice to help people live happier, healthier, better lives. We offer a diverse range of evidence-informed programs and experiences across the healthcare spectrum—from our roots in chiropractic to acupuncture, massage therapy and undergraduate health sciences.

Whether you’re a student considering a career in health sciences, a practitioner looking to enhance your skills, or an individual seeking care at one of our multidisciplinary clinics, Northwestern Health Sciences University welcomes you.

NWHSU History: A Tradition of Creating a Better Future

Since our founding, NWHSU has thrived by balancing change and tradition. As an evidence-informed institution, we’ve always pushed boundaries: launching the country’s first Community-Based Internship program, expanding into a health sciences university, and most recently launching the first competency-centered chiropractic curriculum.

From the beginning, we’ve looked forward. We’re just getting started.

Our Faculty: Experts and Educators

Our faculty is comprised of experts in their fields and professional practitioners dedicated to sharing their knowledge and fostering the next generation of natural healthcare professionals. They’re active in the community, active in publishing and innovating, and are committed to our students.

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Commitment to Diversity and Culturally Competent Healthcare Providers

The NWHSU community acknowledges the dignity of all human beings and resolves to treat all people with respect and equality. We recognize and value the diversity of identities among us. Some of these identities include but are not limited to: culture, race, ethnicity, nationality, age, ideology, socioeconomic status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, religion, spirituality, and family. We welcome everyone to our University.

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Accreditation

We’re established. We’re respected. At NWHSU you can feel confident in your degree.

Your education is a source of pride and professional access throughout your career; and an education from NWHSU means something in the healthcare and wellness community. To ensure NWHSU continues to provide quality higher learning, our institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

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Work for Northwestern Health Sciences University

We’re looking for people who want to be part of a supportive, dynamic, and worker-friendly university. We need people with a wide variety of talents and interests to help us fulfill our mission. See if our team is the right place for you. We can’t wait to work with you.

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How to Apply

Applying to a program takes planning. We’re here to help you determine the best time to apply and what you need to have completed in order to assist in the application process.

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