Northeast College and Appalachian State Launch Pathways to Chiropractic Degree

Northeast College of Health Sciences in the Finger Lakes region of New York and Appalachian State University in North Carolina have announced a new partnership creating a faster, more affordable route for App State students to earn a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

Collaborating to Save Students Time and Money

Through the articulation agreements, Appalachian State students majoring in Kinesiology (Applied Exercise Physiology), Kinesiology (Exercise Science), Public Health, Nursing or any program of emphasis can pursue either a 3+3 or 4+3 track to complete their undergraduate and graduate studies.

The 3+3 option allows eligible students to complete their undergraduate requirements at Appalachian State in three years, then transition directly into Northeast’s Doctor of Chiropractic program. By meeting GPA and prerequisite requirements, students secure a reserved seat and save a full year of tuition.

The 4+3 option enables students to finish their bachelor’s degree at Appalachian State and gain automatic admission to Northeast’s chiropractic program once all criteria are met.

“Partnering with Appalachian State University reflects our shared commitment to academic excellence and expanding access to graduate healthcare education,” said Dr. Michael Mestan, president of Northeast College. “We’re excited to provide App State students with a clear and supportive pathway to rewarding careers in chiropractic and look forward to welcoming them into our #NortheastBlue community.”

With guided advising and streamlined academic planning, participating students can reduce costs, eliminate unnecessary coursework and stay on track by submitting a Letter of Intent verified by their undergraduate advisor.

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.

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, cost-effective education. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.