2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

(Pre-) Chiropractic


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Kathie Erdman
College of General Studies
Medary Commons 122
605-688-4153
e-mail: kathie.erdman@sdstate.edu

Area of Study

Students who are applying to chiropractic college must demonstrate a strong science background as well as a basic understanding of communications, social sciences and humanities. Chiropractic colleges require a minimum of 90 semester credits in general biology, general and organic chemistry, physics, communication, social sciences and humanities. No standardized entrance examination is required. Students are strongly encouraged to complete a degree to ensure that they meet licensing requirements in all states. The pre-chiropractic curriculum is compatible with many majors and includes all of the prerequisites for chiropractic college admission. The College of General Studies provides advising services to assist each student in developing a plan and selecting a major best suited to his or her goals.

Suggested Pre-Chiropractic Coursework:


These courses represent the requirements for successful application to chiropractic colleges. Contact the pre-chiropractic advisor for assistance coordinating requirements with your major degree program or special interests.

NOTE: All science courses must be taken with the associated labs. Chiropractic colleges will not accept survey science courses such as BIOL 101-Biology Survey I, CHEM 106-Chemistry Survey, and CHEM 108-Organic & Biochemistry. Students must earn a grade of C or better in all specified courses and must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 to be considered for chiropractic college admission.

Freshman Year:


  • Other Degree Requirements: Credits: 2-8
        System General Education (SGR Goals)
        Institutional Graduation Requirements (IGR Goals)
        Major Degree Requirements

Sophomore Year:


  • Other Degree Requirements: Credits: 4-12
        System General Education (SGR Goals)
        Institutional Graduation Requirements (IGR Goals)
        Major Degree Requirement

Senior Year:


  • Complete Major Degree Requirements

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