University of Western States
Western States Chiropractic College
Portland, Oregon 97213
Campus Vibe
Known for biology — close-knit campus
University of Western States is a private urban institution in Portland, Oregon. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 0 undergraduates. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
graduates earn a median of $27,382 a decade after enrollment.
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News & Alerts
University of Western States Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
100.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
85%
- •85% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History University of Western States traces its history to the Marsh School and Cure, founded in 1904 by John and Eva Marsh.
- •In 1967 the name became Western States Chiropractic College.
- •In 1973, Western States relocated to its current 22-acre (8.
- •The institution name changed again to University of Western States in 2010.
- •Western States added a new $4 million lecture hall in 2001, and a $3.
Source: Wikipedia
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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