Doctor of Chiropractic
A Nationally Recognized Program in Pasadena, TX
The Doctor of Chiropractic program at Texas Chiropractic College prepares students to enter clinical practice as trusted, highly trained providers. In just 10 trimesters on our beautiful Pasadena campus, students learn the foundations of science and chiropractic care, developing real-world skills and patient-first ethics that translate into successful careers.
At TCC, we invest, empower, and inspire you to lead with confidence. This program blends academic rigor with real-world clinical practice, ensuring students graduate ready to make a difference.
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Whether you’re just starting college or shifting careers, the Doctor of Chiropractic program is designed for students with a passion for science, healing, and hands-on care. With a supportive learning environment and faculty mentorship, even those without a medical background can succeed.
A degree from Texas Chiropractic College opens the door to meaningful, financially rewarding roles in chiropractic care. The program’s real-world emphasis ensures that students graduate with practical experience to help them thrive in their chiropractic careers.
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The program is taught on campus in Pasadena, Texas, and can be completed in 10 trimesters. With transfer credit, students may accelerate their timeline. Students benefit from small class sizes, expert mentorship, and real-world rotations in diverse clinical settings—all designed to empower students for long-term success.
Benefit from our longstanding alliances with area healthcare providers and collaborate with practitioners from all over the world at TCC’s state-of-the-art Moody Health Center, where you can learn alongside our award-winning practitioners. These evidence-based, hands-on programs allow you to experience high-tech clinicals and preceptorships, giving you real-world experience.
Experience the personalized, focused instruction you deserve through small classes taught by field-experienced faculty, and receive support in your journey to pass the board exam. You’ll be part of the tight-knit TCC family and form bonds with students and faculty that last far past graduation day. Outside of the classroom, we will help you navigate the financial aid system to find the funding you need to pay for your degree.
Earn your degree from a chiropractic college that is nationally recognized as one of the best. Our science-backed, hands-on coursework combined with fundamental business training means you’ll be ready to launch your own practice in a little over three years. TCC offers scholarships for new students, including our Academic Excellence Scholarship—TCC’s most prestigious award for incoming students.
Deciding to attend TCC is one of the best decisions I’ve made. Everyone around is always willing to help you with whatever you need—from study material, tips on how to study, words of encouragement, etc. Before I came to TCC I heard it was like being a part of another family. Now that I am here, I can attest to that truth myself. From administration on down to the professors, you always have the help and support you need.
- Dominique Flowers, 2025 Graduate