Chiropractic at Life Chiropractic College West
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Life Chiropractic College West graduates compare to all programs nationally
Life Chiropractic College West graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 30th percentile of all chiropractic professional programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Chiropractic professional's programs at peer institutions in California (2 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Chiropractic College West | $43,597 | $40,310 | — | — |
| Southern California University of Health Sciences | $38,143 | $48,905 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,308 | — | — | — |
Other Chiropractic Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California University of Health Sciences Whittier | $10,769 | $38,143 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.