SCU’s mission is to educate students as competent, caringand successful integrative healthcare practitioners.

The University is committed to providing excellence in academics, service, scholarship, and leadership through the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, the College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and the School of Professional Studies.

EXCELLENCE

We strive to be the best in everything we do.

LEADERSHIP

We develop leaders to be thoughtful and compassionate individuals who infl uence their professions and the communities they serve.

INTEGRITY

We value treating each other with respect, dignity and integrity and being truthful,fair and accountable at all times.

LEARNING EFFECTIVENESS

We value providing a learning environment conducive and supportive of quality instruction, innovation, critical thinking, and effective communication that encourages life-long professional development.

EVIDENCE-BASED / OUTCOMES-FOCUSED

We value a culture of inquiry, assessment, research, and scholarship.

DIVERSITY

We embrace a diversity of ideas, beliefs, and cultures by providing a campus that is supportive, safe, and welcoming.

ACT ON YOUR PASSION FOR HELPING OTHERS.

achieve...

excellence

integration

discovery

inspiration

satisfaction

commitment

collaboration

innovation

If you want to succeed you should strike out on new paths, rather than travel the worn paths of accepted success.

- John D. Rockefeller

OUR AFFILIATIONS ALLOW US TO OFFER AMAZING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CLINICAL EXPERIENCES.

Southern California University of Health Sciences offers its students more than just the opportunity to earn the highest-quality education in evidence-based, outcomes-focused healthcare - it also offers one of the most appealing settings in the world.

Our geographic location is perfectly situated with some of the best educational, clinical, and post-graduate opportunities in our own backyard.

Our strategic position compliments our local offering with an array of international opportunities as well.

BE PREPARED TO BE AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL.

AIDs Life Cycle

AVIA Wild Flower Triathlon

AVON Breast Cancer Walk

Being Alive HIV/AIDS Action Coalition

Bolivia Mission Trip

California State University Fullerton Student Health Center

California State University Los Angeles Student Health Center

California State University Northridge Student Health Center

Center of Achievement for the Physically Disabled at CSUN

Cerritos Community College

City Help Wellness Center

El Camino Community College

Healing Hands for Humanity

La Habra High School Athletic Program

Mt. SAC Student Health Center

Pasadena City College

St. Paul High School Athletic Program

Taiwan Trip

UCI Neurology Department

University Health Center - Whittier

OPPORTUNITIES

More hands-on opportunities with actual patients than most schools of Chiropractic and Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine.

TECHNIQUE HOURS

More technique hours (540) dedicated to a diversifi ed approach that covers the majority of techniques applied in the day-to-day practice of chiropractic.

TRAINING

More training with faculty and healthcare professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.

EVIDENCE-BASED

More evidence-based instruction that connects alternative healthcare to medical theory and factual evidence.

ACUPUNCTURE

More practical hands on hours (390) and internship hours (1,020) for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine students.

CHIROPRACTIC

More practical hands on hours for Chiropractic students supported by a multitude of unique and integrated clinical experiences.

INTEGRATING YOUR

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

SCU seeks students whose academic talent and commitment to excellence promise future achievement in their chosen areas of study.

SCU’s rigorous programs lead to tremendous success for our graduates, who perform well on board exams, are able to make a smooth transition from classroom to clinic and establish successful practices. In short, once they leave SCU, they are thoroughly prepared to thrive in an ever-changing integrated healthcare delivery system.

SCU values students who are motivated to become competent, caring and successful healthcare professionals, and are enthusiastic about SCU, the surrounding community, and healthcare professions.

SCU faculty members have teaching, service and scholarship responsibilities with the goal of creating a learning community characterized by academic excellence and continuous learning and service.

OUR EDUCATIONAL APPROACH

SCU partners with community members & businesses to promote health and wellness.

LOS ANGELES

COLLEGE OF

CHIROPRACTIC

(LACC)

COLLEGE OF

ACUPUNCTURE

& ORIENTAL

MEDICINE

(CAOM)

SCHOOL OF

PROFESSIONAL

STUDIES

(SPS)

SCU

HEALTH

SYSTEM

(SHS)

OUR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE IS CONFIRMED BY OUR ACCREDITATION

WASC – SCU has been accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges for 18 years.

CCE – The Los Angeles College of Chiropractic at SCU, educating chiropractors for more than 100 years, was among the fi rst chiropractic colleges to be accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education.

ACAOM – The College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at SCU is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a California Acupuncture Board approved school.

Defi ning the Standard of Excellence

18-year accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

First on the West Coast to establish a Standardized Patient Program in which students

treat trained actors who act as patients

First-of-its-kind FLEX chiropractic and AOM curricula that intuitively and strategically integrate classes and labs

One of the fi rst to offer a preceptorship program giving students the opportunity to work at a private practice during their last year of study

One of the first to be accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education

Offering a dual degree program in chiropractic and acupuncture/oriental medicine

With a College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine accredited by both the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

With a Diagnostic Imaging residency program

With a Chiropractic Sports Medicine residency program

Only school of acupuncture/oriental medicine offering an on-campus anatomy lab and extensive hands-on experience in that lab

a WASC accredited institution.

OPPORTUNITIES TO ADVANCEYOU CAN RECEIVE ADVANCED TRAINING THROUGH OUR THREE-YEAR, FULL-TIME RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING OR OUR TWO-YEAR, FULL-TIME RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN SPORTS MEDICINE.

SPORTS MEDICINE

The Sports Medicine Department offers a two-year, full-time residency program. The Sports Medicine Residency at Southern California University of Health Sciences is a concentrated experience in clinical and academic sports medicine. Its mission is to provide a superior quality learning experience in the fi eld of primary care sports medicine. Residents follow a comprehensive syllabus, which provides for a variety of learning formats. Residents participate

in a wide array of exciting real-world sports settings from high school to olympic athletes. Residents are selected on a competitive basis and openings are limited. Residents receive an annual stipend and health benefi ts.

Upon completion of the program, the doctor is eligible to sit for the diplomate examination of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP).

Two-year, full-time appointments

Stipend and full benefi ts

Leads to eligibility to sit forspecialty experience exam

Excellent teaching and learning experience

Off-campus rotations throughoutSouthern California with potential for national and international travel

HIGHLIGHTS

Three-year, full-time appointments

Stipend and full benefi ts

Leads to eligibility to sit for specialtyexperience exam

Excellent teaching and learning

Off-campus rotations throughoutSouthern California

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING

SCU offers a three-year in-house diagnostic imaging residency program. Completion of such a residency is the only way in which a Doctor of Chiropractic may become eligible for the ACBR examination. This is a full-time program in which the participants act as members of the diagnostic imaging portion of the diagnosis department while following a comprehensive syllabus for their studies. It is a demanding program that includes auditing and teaching of Radiology classes to DC candidates,

practical training in all aspects of radiology, research, clinical involvement, consultation, assigned study, testing and other endeavors. Opportunity to spend time in the radiology departments of cooperative teaching hospitals and at two medical imaging centers adds practical, as well as didactic, experience in pertinent areas beyond that which could be gained in a purely chiropractic setting.

HIGHLIGHTS

“I THINK WE (SCU) HAVE THE BEST SCHOOL IN THE U.S. AND WILL STAND BY THAT AS A SUPPORTIVE ALUMNA”

DR. KAREN BLOCHHead Athletic Trainer and Chiropractor for U.S.A. Men’s Water Polo and also the Sports Medicine and Performance Coordinator for USA Water Polo.

AN INTEGRATED CLINICAL EXPERIENCEOur approach to healthcare is patient-centered, evidence-based, and outcomes focused. Students are challenged to apply their skills and knowledge in an integrated healthcare delivery system. Specifi cally, patients have access to a variety of healthcare providers of various specialty types and these providers function as an integrated team to deliver quality patient care. In the integrated care delivery system, patients are addressed as a whole, both physically and mentally. All practices and disciplines in this model consider the best available evidence in the clinical decision making process.

SCU’s integrated clinical setting helps students learn to apply their knowledge and develop critical thinking skills. The SCU Health System is designed to provide the practical application for learning outstanding patient care, exceptional education, and a sound business model. Our students are immersed in these experiences that help develop important skill for success.

6500 +proud SCU Alumni.

16-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio.

2,600registrants per year in our professional continuing education program.

20our average class size.

36 thousandannual patient visits to the SCU Health System allow our students ample real-life clinical training opportunities.

16affi liated health centers.

38acre campus.

100+active CBI/Preceptor doctors.

100%of the SCU faculty have terminal degrees.

85%of the SCU faculty have doctorates.

2 yearsin a row recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education as A Great College to Work For.

1911our founding year.

11international affi liation agreements.

26active student organizations.

83%graduate satisfaction.

65%student diversity.

1549unduplicated headcount.

93%of SCU’s 2011-2012 students received fi nancial aid. We gave 304 scholarships which totaled $507,650.

* Data as of 2011

“It’s a well-rounded University it gives you an integrated experience, strong evidence-based background and very knowledgeable, caring and accessible professors.”

“Developing the skill to be competent doctor is very important and this University will provide the integrated clinical experiences that will help you become the best healthcare provider.”

“I can see there is a lot of passion in teaching and engaging students to become successful.”

“The Faculty and staff here are not only your mentors and guiders but they honestly all want you to succeed…and their passion for their profession for their discipline and their dedication in making sure that you are getting the full experience.”

SCU offers its students more than just the opportunity to earn the highest-quality integrated complementary healing education—it also offers one of the most appealing settings in the world.

SCU’s Whittier, California location is perfectly situated where the eastern edges of Los Angeles touch the northern border of Orange County. This ideal placement puts the very best of So-Cal living right within your reach.

Think of this guide as an easy way to get started exploring the excitement that surrounds you.

THE PERFECT SETTING

From beaches to

mountains, theme

parks to regional parks,

Southern California

truly has everything

under the sun.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

SPECTATOR SPORTS

THEME PARKS

SHOPPING

BEACHES

MUSEUMS

DAY TRIPS

CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK

Feeling outdoorsy? You can hike, bike and even camp on the pristine coastlines of Crystal Cove State Park. Watch out for lizards!

ANAHEIM DUCKS

There’s no cooler way to spend an evening than cheering on the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center.

MAGIC MOUNTAIN

Looking for a rush? Magic Mountain is the playground for all kids (and grown ups) to get their adrenaline fi x!

FASHION ISLAND

Fashion Island is an upscale open-air lifestyle center in the heart of Newport Beach.

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Huntington Beach dominates the California beach scene with 8.5 miles of uninterrupted beaches. The city features the most consistent waves on the West Coast.

THE GETTY CENTER

The architectural jewel of LA’s museums, the Getty Center is home to a wide array of European and American art, and offers breathtaking views of the southland.

CATALINA ISLAND

Catalina Island is the place to be, just 27 miles across the sea! Hop onboard the Catalina Flyer and get lost in the beauty of this charming island.

MILE SQUAREREGIONAL PARK

Join in a game of golf, soccer or baseball, or visit the archery range at Mile Square Regional Park, located in the heart of Fountain Valley.

LOS ANGELES ANGELS OF ANAHEIM

Make some noise with the Rally Monkey and about 45,000 other diehard Angels fans at Angel Stadium!

SEA WORLD

Visit Sea World where you can get up close to wildlife, marine mammals and oceanariums. Maybe you’ll even meet Shamu!

SOUTH COAST PLAZA

South Coast Plaza redefi nes the luxury shopping experience with extraordinary boutiques and exquisite shopping.

LAGUNA BEACH

California’s premier seaside destination. A year-round retreat for art lovers, nature enthusiasts and beachgoers, It features seven miles of soft sand and the sound of the surf.

USS MIDWAY

One of the Navy’s longest-serving aircraft carriers, the USS Midway is now a naval aviation museum where history comes to life!

TEMECULA

Take a weekend getaway to Temecula where you can visit (and sample!) 35 unique wineries. Enjoy a glass or two of your favorite varietal and then stay the night at a cozy bed and breakfast.

THE OC GREAT PARK Built on the former El Toro Marine Base is the biggest metropolitan park of the 21st century, The OC Great Park, where you can experience a hot air balloon ride and free reggae concerts on warm summer nights.

LOS ANGELES DODGERS

Catch the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium and be part of an LA tradition—just don’t forget to try a Dodger Dog!

KNOTT’S BERRY FARM

Ride the wooden rails of Knott’s Berry Farm’s historic rollercoasters and enjoy some homemade jams and jellies at this classic theme park.

ANAHEIM GARDEN WALK

Located next door to Disneyland, the Anaheim Garden Walk has all of your shopping, dining and entertainment needs covered.

DANA POINT

The City of Dana Point is characterized by its seven miles of prominent coastal bluffs and scenic rolling hills along the Pacifi c Ocean.

DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER

Anyone that thinks learning can’t be fun hasn’t been to the Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana. You can’t miss it—just look for the giant cube!

RODEO DRIVE

Put on your sunglasses and cruise up to Los Angeles for a day of fun. Stop by the world famous Hollywood Sign, take a walk through Griffi th Park and then treat yourself to a shopping spree on Rodeo Drive.

THE MORE YOU EXPLORE THE MORE YOU REALIZE YOU’RE JUST GETTING STARTED.

* This chart is a broad overview of what Southern California has to offer and does not contain all attractions.

A Guide brought to you by the Southern California

University of Health SciencesSAN DIEGO CHARGERS

For hard-hitting gridiron action, hop on the 405 south to see the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium.

SEAL BEACH

Enjoy the view of the beach at Eisenhower Park, let your dog run free at Arbor Park, or take a nature walk through Gum Grove Nature Park or your children can play at one of the six tot-lots just to mention a few.

RICHARD NIXON LIBRARY

Get a taste of national history at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in beautiful Yorba Linda. The Permanent collection even includes a 12-foot-high piece of the Berlin Wall!

BIG BEAR LAKE

In spring and summer, there’s still plenty to do, whether it’s hiking a trail or splashing around Big Bear Lake.

ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST

Boasting a thousand square miles of jaw-dropping open space and scenery, the Angeles National Forest offers a variety of recreational opportunities all year long.

DISNEYLAND PARK

No visit to So-Cal is complete without a trip to the Magic Kingdom. Hang out with Mickey, Minnie, Donald and the rest of the gang at the world-famous Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure!

IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTER

Get some shopping in, see a movie in eye-popping IMAX or take in the panoramic views from atop the Ferris Wheel at the ever-expanding Irvine Spectrum Center outdoor mall.

NEWPORT BEACH

The bay area and the City’s eight miles of ocean beach offer outstanding fi shing, swimming, surfi ng, and aquatic sports activities.

LA BREA TAR PITS

Experience the earth’s natural history as it happens at the ancient (and still bubbling) La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles. While you’re here, be sure to gawk at the LACMA’s extensive collection of modern art.

BIG BEAR

Pack your skis and snowboards and grab some fresh powder at one of Big Bear’s famous mountain resorts.

LA LAKERS & CLIPPERS

The excitement and intensity of NBA basketball is waiting for you at Staples Center, home of the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers franchises.

WEIR CANYON WILDERNESS PARK

Home to the largest and healthiest oak woodlands in the OC, Weir Canyon Wilderness Park is the place to be to explore some of So-Cal’s greenest hillsides.

LOS ANGELES KINGS

Witness the newly crowned Stanley Cup champions perform in a fast paced and intense game of hockey at Staples Center.

LEGOLAND

Experience the unique combination of rides, toys and Legos at Legoland California. And while you’re in the neighborhood, stop and smell the roses at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch.

THE GROVE

One of LA’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment attractions, The Grove has something for everyone.

SUNSET BEACH

This community has its own association that sponsors annual activities such as a Mother’s Day Weekend Art Festival, Christmas parking lot “No Parade,” Chili Cookoff and a Mile Long Garage Sale.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Get a grasp of California’s rich history at Mission San Juan Capistrano, founded by 18th century Spanish missionaries and famously visited each spring by fl ocks of swallows.

MOUNTAINCOMMUNITIES

THESO-CAL

EXPERIENCE

We offer a number of opportunities

to help you discover SCU.

Campus Tours

Personal experience is often the best teacher. For that reason, we invite all prospective students to experience the sights, and sounds of SCU through our campus tours program. To schedule a campus tour, contact the Admission Offi ce to schedule your appointment today. 1.877.434.7757

Campus Preview Days

We also offer throughout the year specifi c dates and times to visit SCU in a dynamic, informative and engaging experience. During Campus Preview Day you will meet Faculty and current students that provide a unique perspective about campus life. Please contact the Admission Offi ce at 1.877.434.7757 to reserve your spot today.

SCU Commencement Ceremony

All prospective students are welcome to attend a formal Commencement Ceremony. We have a Fall Commencement Ceremony in December and also a Spring Commencement Ceremony in April. For the exact dates, times and locations you can just visit our website at www.scuhs.edu for the additional information.

INQUIRE.COMPARE.DECIDE.

Achieve your goal today!

WHY WAIT.It’s as easy as 1,2,3.

Complete the Online Application for Southern California University of Health Sciences at https://www.scuhs.edu/admissions/application or by calling an admission counselor toll free at 1.877.434.7757

Admission applications are accepted on a rolling basis and we continue to accept applications until the class is full.1

2Request offi cial transcripts for all colleges and universities attended. Transcripts must be sent to SCU.

3Schedule an on-campus tour today!Call us toll free at 1.877.434.7757 orvisit us online at http://www.scuhs.edu/admissions/visit

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Financial Aid

Southern California University of Health Sciences is proud to offer an extensive selection of fi nancial assistance opportunities for qualifi ed students. Our goal is to help our students pursue their dreams through multiple scholarship programs, Federal Direct Loans and the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. Federal Financial Aid is available to students who are interested in receiving federal grants, federal loans or both to pay for tuition in an eligible degree or certifi cate program. To apply for federal fi nancial aid, students must complete the following forms, available on the U.S. Department of Education sites:

• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov)• Entrance Counseling (www.studentloans.gov)• Master Promissory Note (MPN) if a student or parent applies for a federal loan (www.studentloans.gov)

Scholarships

Every year, SCU awards tuition scholarships to students that demonstrate high academic standards and/or fi nancial need. If you are concerned about meeting the fi nancial requirements for one of our accredited programs we encourage you to explore our scholarship offerings. To view our current opportunities, go to http://www.scuhs.edu/fi nancial-aid/scholarships/ or call toll-free 1-866-530-2220 to speak with a fi nancial aid counselor today.

Application Review

SCU seeks students whose academic talent and commitment to excellence promise future achievement in their chosen areas of major study. The Faculty Admissions Committee selects students primarily on the basis of their academic credentials, admissions essays, and the admissions interview. All admissions interviews are conducted by members of the faculty. Faculty members are looking for candidates with strong academic backgrounds and compelling reasons for pursuing their chosen areas of major study.

Southern California University of Health Sciences admits students of any race, color, or national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at SCU. It does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, color, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the classes for each program are full. An in-person or telephone admissions interview is required of all applicants. Those scheduled for admissions interviews will receive an email notifi cation and confi rmation. No admissions decisions will be confi rmed until the admissions interview is complete.

TAKE THE FINAL STEPWE WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE A REWARDING CAREER AS AN INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONER.

BECAUSE...

we offer an integrated educational curriculum with programs designed to provide the necessary and practical tools to successfully transition into the real world.

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we provide a patient-centered, evidence-based, integrated clinical experience.

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we have a student-centered approach with faculty and staff committedto providing a fi rst class learning environment.

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we are committed to helping you achieve success.

VisionSouthern California University of Health Sciences will be recognized as the premier evidence-based integrative healthcare university.

MissionOur mission is to educate students as competent, caring and successful integrative healthcare practitioners. The University is committed to providing excellence in academics, service, scholarship, and leadership through the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, the College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and the School of Professional Studies.

ValuesExcellence: We strive to be the best in everything we do.

Leadership: We develop leaders to be thoughtful and compassionate individuals who infl uence their professions and the communities they serve.

Integrity: We value treating each other with respect, dignity and integrity and being truthful, fair and accountable at all times.

Learning Effectiveness: We value providing a learning environment conducive and supportive of quality instruction, innovation, critical thinking, and effective communication that encourages life-long professional development.

Evidence-based/Outcomes-focused: We value a culture of inquiry, assessment, research, and scholarship.

Diversity: We embrace a diversity of ideas, beliefs, and cultures by providing a campus that is supportive, safe, and welcoming.

16200 Amber Valley DriveWhittier, CA 90604T: 1.800.221.5222www.scuhs.edu