Northeast College and York College Partner to Guarantee Admission to Northeast Chiropractic Program

Northeast College of Health Sciences and York College, a senior college in the City University of New York system (CUNY), have announced a new educational articulation agreement creating a seamless 4+3 pathway for students pursuing a degree in chiropractic.

Under the agreement, York students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a program of emphasis (POE), while also meeting specific requirements, will be automatically accepted into the three-year Doctor of Chiropractic program at Northeast.

“This finalized agreement reflects York College’s dedication to creating pathways of opportunity for students to obtain their higher education goals,” said Derrick Brazill, Ph.D., senior vice president for academic affairs and provost at the college. “By establishing an easy transition and clear pathway, we help students feel supported and understand their journey to success. This partnership is the perfect example of these efforts.”

Extra benefits of the 4+3 articulation partnership include:

• Career continuity: The sequential pathway supports educational and professional development from day one
• Collaborative advising: Both institutions will offer joint support to ensure smooth transitions for students
• Access to cutting-edge programs: Students will benefit from Northeast’s contemporary chiropractic curriculum and clinical training opportunities

“We’re excited to streamline the path for passionate students who want to move into providing chiropractic care,” said Dr. Michael Mestan, president of Northeast College of Health Sciences. “This partnership empowers students to build on their strong foundations and become future leaders in healthcare.”

The formal articulation agreement is open to current and future York College undergraduates pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science or one of the various programs of emphasis. Interested students can begin the pathway by contacting their academic advisor for details on coursework and eligibility requirements.

For more than a century, Northeast College of Health Sciences has been dedicated to training healthcare’s future leaders. At Northeast, health and wellness are our central focus, driving everything we do. The College’s graduate and undergraduate academic programs in areas such as chiropractic, physician assistant studies, nutrition, human anatomy instruction, massage therapy, and the imaging sciences are rooted in Northeast’s mission and commitment to academic excellence, leadership and professional best practices. From our 286-acre main campus in N.Y.’s Finger Lakes region and our state-of-the-art branch campus on Long Island to our renowned faculty of expert practitioners, Northeast College provides a transformative educational experience, 100% dedicated to health sciences.

Founded in 1966, York College is a senior college in the City University of New York System (CUNY) located in Jamaica, Queens. The college is organized into three schools: the School of Arts & Sciences, the School of Business & Information Systems, and the School of Health Sciences and Professional Programs. Through those schools, York College offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Dr. Claudia Schrader is the president of York College.