Chiropractic

First professional degree · Life Chiropractic College West · Hayward, CA

CIP 51.01

$43,597Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,900Median earnings 4 years after
$49,318Median earnings 5 years after
$206,392Median federal debt
155Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Chiropractic at Life Chiropractic College West earn a median of $43,597 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $61,163 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,422–$89,313). Median debt is $206,392, about 473% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Chiropractic (First professional degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Southern California University of Health Sciences
Whittier
$38,143$186,190

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chiropractic graduates from Life Chiropractic College West make?

The median salary is $43,597 one year after graduation and $49,318 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $206,392.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.