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Palmer College of Chiropractic - Trusted Leader in Chiropractic Education

Palmer College of Chiropractic
The Trusted Leader in Chiropractic Education®

The best of chiropractic care begins with you — and it begins at Palmer.

For more than 125 years, Palmer has been shaping the field of chiropractic care. From hands-on training to groundbreaking research, this is where ambitious minds turn passion into practice.

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Did you know it only takes a little over three years to finish your Doctor of Chiropractic degree? Reach out to get started on your journey today!

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HAVE QUESTIONS? WE HAVE ANSWERS!

IS A CAREER IN CHIROPRACTIC RIGHT FOR ME?

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR IN A CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE?

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

WHAT IS CHIROPRACTIC?

Chiropractic is one of today’s most in-demand health care professions.

​Doctors of Chiropractic are primary care doctors who specialize in spinal health and well-being, maximizing patient function through conservative care.

FlorAnne Cruze, D.C., Palmer graduate

You’re entering a profession where you get to help people, every single day. You have purpose, and your patients are going to fall in love with you and the way you’re going to change their lives.

SUCCEED IN A GROWING HEALTH CARE PROFESSION

88%
of all Palmer students pass all four parts of the NBCE licensure exams within 6 months of graduation – higher than the average of all other chiropractic colleges!

50 million
Americans see a Doctor of Chiropractic each year.

89%
Recommend chiropractic care to their family and friends.

88%
Past year patients who agree chiropractic is a good value for the money.

IN-DEMAND CAREER PATHS

As a Doctor of Chiropractic, you’ll have many career options available to you, including:

SOLO PRACTITIONER

CHIROPRACTIC PARTNERSHIP/INTEGRATIVE HEALTH PRACTICE

FAMILY PRACTICE/ PEDIATRICS

CORPORATE CHIROPRACTOR

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE/VA

EDUCATION

RESEARCHER

ADMINISTRATOR

PALMER COLLEGE IS THE FIRST AND LARGEST CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE IN THE WORLD.

One in 5 chiropractic students today attend Palmer, and more than 1/3 of all practicing Doctors of Chiropractic are Palmer graduates.

Ricci S., D.C., Palmer graduate

At Palmer, it is completely within your power to be successful. It’s a much more supportive environment.
I get to know everyone very well and we’re all in the same boat so we all help each other. The staff here has been amazing. All the resources you need are in one place.

AFFORDING YOUR EDUCATION

Our experienced financial aid team will guide you through our straightforward application and help you identify the aid packages and scholarship options that are best suited for you.

40% of all Palmer College students received scholarships in FY2022-2023.
$4 million+ Palmer student scholarships awarded annually.
Student Work Study Program: Part-time employment offsets the cost of attendance.
79% of first-year Palmer graduates were employed in chiropractic in 2023.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM A PALMER EDUCATION

As a Palmer Chiropractic College student attending one of our two campuses, you’ll have access to a prestigious education from faculty and staff that cares about your success.

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

Your chiropractic school training will be both hands-on and high-tech from the very beginning, giving you a competitive edge.

THE BUSINESS OF CHIROPRACTIC

Students learn the ins and outs of establishing and growing their own practice, leading to early success after graduation.

PALMER SPORTS COUNCIL

You’ll work on and off the field with athletes to learn how to evaluate sport-specific injuries and treatment protocols.

WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH & FACILITIES

Research grants help faculty and staff impact patient care and policy through research, analysis and intelligence at our state-of-the-art facilities.

VISIT A CAMPUS

Palmer offers two vibrant chiropractic college campuses that allow you to learn about chiropractic in a location that fits your lifestyle. Each location provides a unique experience with the same elite Palmer chiropractic education.

MAIN CAMPUS

CAMPUS AMENITIES

  • 46,000 sq. ft. leading-edge fitness facility
  • Five technique labs with stations for hands-on work in the new Anatomy & Technique Lab
  • VanDuyne Hall with a meditation room and a fire pit and grilling area
  • More than 50 clubs and organizations

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

  • Live music, art, theater and museums
  • Festivals, farmers’ markets and cultural events
  • Vibrant downtown with shops and restaurants
  • Over 100 miles of riverfront trails for biking and hiking

PALMER FLORIDA

CAMPUS AMENITIES

  • Beautiful, modern campus with patio seating and large grassy areas
  • Anatomy labs with cutting-edge technology
  • High-tech classrooms and technique rooms
  • 5,000 sq. ft. sports and rehab center

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

  • 15 minutes from pristine beaches
  • 1 hour away from Walt Disney World
  • Music festivals and nightclubs
  • The Pavillion stores and restaurants

YOU BELONG AT PALMER

Our wide variety of innovative technique education, industry-leading chiropractic research and continuing education opportunities will keep you at the top of your field for years to come.

Emil Tompkins, D.C., Palmer graduate

The value of my Palmer education was incredible. As a Palmer chiropractor you have the best opportunity to be the best chiropractor in your community, because the resources are there, and the education is there for you to be able to do that.

WE SUPPORT YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

Everything we do at Palmer is centered on supporting student success. We support our students during their time at Palmer and after graduation.

Thrive in a student-first environment that offers cutting-edge technology, hands-on training, and the largest network of chiropractic alumni in the world.

  • Low Student-to-Faculty Ratio (15:1)
  • Academic Support Services
  • Palmer Academic Student Success (PASS)
  • Center for Business Development
  • Off-Site Clinical Training Opportunities

The sooner you start, the sooner you can succeed.