Northeast College Partners with PennWest University; Guarantees Student Admission

Northeast College of Health Sciences and Pennsylvania Western University (PennWest), including its Clarion, California and Edinboro campuses, have announced a new academic partnership that establishes articulation agreements designed to save students time and money while securing their admission to Northeast College.

Through this partnership, PennWest students majoring in eligible science programs may pursue either the 4+3 or 3+3 accelerated tracks toward Northeast College’s Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

“At Northeast College, we are dedicated to creating opportunities that support students’ long-term success,” said President Dr. Michael Mestan. “Our new partnership with Pennsylvania Western University provides a clear, streamlined route for PennWest students who are ready to pursue a future in chiropractic and the health sciences.”

“This partnership reflects PennWest’s commitment to expanding opportunities for our students and strengthening pathways into high-demand health professions,” said Dr. Jon Anderson, president of PennWest University. “By aligning our programs with respected graduate institutions like Northeast College, we’re helping students accelerate their goals and enter the workforce sooner.”

The 3+3 option allows students to complete three years of undergraduate study at PennWest and, upon meeting GPA requirements, automatically matriculate into Northeast College’s Doctor of Chiropractic program. This pathway reduces overall cost by enabling students to earn their bachelor's and doctoral degrees in a shorter timeframe. The 3+3 track is open to students majoring in:

• Biology, Pre-Medical Science concentration
• Chemistry, Biochemistry concentration
• Any Program of Emphasis that includes course work required to satisfy all entrance requirements of Northeast

The 4+3 option enables PennWest students to complete their undergraduate degree and transition directly into Northeast’s Doctor of Chiropractic program once eligibility criteria are met. This pathway is open to students majoring in:

• Biology (any concentration)
• Chemistry (any concentration)
• Any Program of Emphasis that includes course work required to satisfy all entrance requirements of Northeast

With coordinated academic advising from both institutions, students can avoid unnecessary coursework and streamline their path to a doctoral degree. PennWest’s Pre-Health Committee further supports students by offering individualized guidance, monitoring EAP standing and assisting their transition into professional school. To begin the process, students submit a letter of intent signed 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.

For more information about Northeast College of Health Sciences and our degree programs, visit www.northeastcollege.edu.

Pennsylvania Western University (PennWest) is a public university serving students across three campuses in Pennsylvania — California, Clarion, and Edinboro — as well as a Global Online campus. A proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education, PennWest is committed to academic excellence, career-focused learning, and inclusive community engagement, preparing students to become lifelong learners and leaders who make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond. For more information, visit www.pennwest.edu.