University of Western States

University of Western States (UWS) offers a world-class, integrated healthcare education and provides an evidence-informed approach to health and wellness. Our graduates deliver high-quality health care based on science, the professional’s skill and knowledge, and the preferences and experiences of the patient or client.

The university is at the forefront of an emerging, whole-person philosophy of health care by offering a variety of health and wellness educational programs. As a leader in health sciences education since 1904, UWS provides integrated, evidence-informed curricula grounded in our dedication to current research and practices. The commitment spans all of our graduate and professional programs: chiropractic care; naturopathic medicine; human nutrition and functional medicine; sport and performance psychology; clinical mental health counseling; and sports medicine.

Learn more about our programs:

• Doctor of Chiropractic
• Doctor of Clinical Nutrition
• Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
• Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine
• Master of Science in Sport and Performance Psychology

Program Start Dates

For the majority of our programs, quarters begin on the first Monday of January, April, July, and October each calendar year.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Pursuant to university Policies 1013 and 2001, the University of Western States admits students of any race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, or age to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the university.

Student Visa/I-20 Documentation

International students, including Canadian students, must meet U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) guidelines in order to enter the United States under F-1 student status.

International students who have been offered acceptance into a UWS on-campus program will receive the I-20 forms from the UWS office of admissions. The I-20 is an official document required for all international students in order to apply for an F-1 student visa and to enter the United States. These forms need to be completed and returned to UWS via express, regular mail, or courier along with evidence of financial support equivalent to the cost of one academic year at UWS. This final cost includes tuition, books, fees, housing, and miscellaneous costs.

Proof of financial support may be demonstrated through a combination of any of the following:

• Original bank statement or a letter on bank letterhead.
• Original letter from a bank showing a line of credit.
• Original scholarship award letter.
• National government or provincial aid loan and grant award letters.
• Original bank account statement of a parent or sponsor.*

* Students who show Proof of Funding through a parent or sponsor must include a completed parent or sponsor form with notarization along with their I-20 application.

Upon receipt of the completed I-20 forms, financial documentation, and full acceptance to the program, UWS will issue an I-20 for the student and mail it to their home address.

After the I-20 document is issued, all foreign students applying for F-1 status are required to pay a SEVIS fee of $350 USD and print the receipt. This fee is paid directly to the U.S. government, not UWS. Proof of payment is required before going to the U.S. consulate for a visa interview and is also required when crossing the border into the United States. Please note that Canadian citizens do not need to visit a consulate for an interview or to obtain a student visa.

USCIS regulations allow F-1 students to enter the United States with an issued I-20 document and SEVIS payment receipt within 30 days of the first day of classes.

All international students with valid F-1 student status are granted certain privileges and are subject to certain federal requirements and restrictions on activities. It is the student’s responsibility to understand these regulations and to maintain student status.