Northwestern Health Sciences University

Message from the President

Welcome to Northwestern Health Sciences University! We're so glad you've chosen our university to further your education in health care.

Our mission is to prepare the next generation of health care providers, and we believe that our communities need the sort of expertise you will develop with us to address our nation's health crises. At Northwestern Health Sciences University, you will receive an evidence-based education grounded in sciences, learn in a community of passionate healers, be exposed to cutting edge practices in integrative healthcare and gain hands-on clinical experience.

We invite you to consider all of our academic programs within our three colleges: the College of Health and Wellness, College of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, and the College of Chiropractic. We're confident you'll find the academic rigor within our curricula that will lead to a comprehensive education in health sciences.

Graduating from NWHSU prepares you for a future in your chosen field, whether your goal is to work in a clinic, in a larger organization, or to open your own practice. You will get an immediately useful health sciences education from dedicated people working in the fastest-growing fields of health care.

This education is transformational, both for you as an individual and the patients you will treat in our clinics, our community, and around the world. By the time you earn your degree, you will already be a skilled, well-rounded experienced healthcare provider, ready to provide outstanding patient care.

You have an important role to play in the future of person-centered healthcare. I hope you will join us. 

Sincerely,

Deborah Bushway, Ph.D.

President and CEO

General Information

Admissions:

The Office of Admissions

Northwestern Health Sciences University

2501 West 84th Street

Minneapolis, MN 55431

Telephone: 952-885-5409

FAX: 952-888-6713

Email: admit@nwhealth.edu

Website: www.nwhealth.edu

University Facilities

The University’s principal facility resides on a 25-acre site in Bloomington, Minnesota. The 300,000-square-foot facility includes ten lecture halls, biological science laboratories, methods laboratories, library, computer labs, athletic facilities, auditorium, cafeteria and four clinical environments. The University maintains additional clinical facilities around the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

Accreditation, Approvals and Legal Status

Northwestern Health Sciences University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE)
The Doctor of Chiropractic degree program at Northwestern Health Sciences University is awarded programmatic accreditation by The Council on Chiropractic Education, 10105 E. Via Linda, Suite 103 - 3642, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258-4321, Phone: (480) 443-8877, Website: www.cce-usa.org.

Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM)
The following programs offered by Northwestern Health Sciences University are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM):

(1) Master of Acupuncture and (2) Doctor of Acupuncture with a Chinese herbal medicine specialization, including a Doctor of Acupuncture with a Chinese herbal medicine specialization degree completion track.

Accreditation status and notes may be viewed on the ACAHM Directory.

ACAHM is recognized by the United States Department of Education as the specialized accreditation agency for institutions/programs preparing acupuncture practitioners. ACAHM does not accredit any programs at the undergraduate/bachelor level. ACAHM is located at 500 Lake Street, Suite 204, Excelsior, MN; phone 952/212-2434; https://acahm.org/

Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA)
The Massage Therapy Certificate Program is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA). 

900 Commonwealth Place
Ste 200-331

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Phone: (202) 888-6790 

Web: comta.org 

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
The Associate of Science in Radiation Therapy program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
email: mail@jrcert.org

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
The Associate of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
5600 N River Road
Suite 720
Rosemount, IL  60018
773-714-8880
Fax: 773-714-8886
Web: naacls.org

National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC)

The Integrative Health and Wellbeing Coaching Curriculum is an Approved Health and Wellness Coach Training & Education Program by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching. Completers of this program are eligible to apply for the HWC Certifying Examination to become National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).

Minnesota Office of Higher Education
Northwestern Health Sciences University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to Minnesota Statutes sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions.

Minnesota Office of Higher Education

1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 350

Saint Paul, MN 55108-5227

Phone: (651) 642-0567

Fax: (651) 657-3866

Web: www.ohe.state.mn.us

Minnesota State Approving Agency

The Minnesota State Approving Agency has approved Northwestern Health Sciences University for Veterans' education benefits. Northwestern Health Sciences University is a private, not-for-profit corporation under articles and bylaws registered with the State of Minnesota, Office of the Secretary of State. The University is qualified as a 501C (3) tax-exempt organization with the Internal Revenue Service of the United States Department of Treasury. 501C (3) status is reserved for organizations operating for educational, religious or charitable purposes.

National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)

Northwestern Health Sciences University has been approved by the state of Minnesota to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). The NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. Learn more about the NC-SARA and their mission by visiting their website at nc-sara.org.

Program Changes

Northwestern Health Sciences University reserves the right to change or discontinue academic programs at the University’s discretion.

Academic Calendar

                     2025-2026 ACADEMIC CALENDAR

          FALL TERM 2025: September 3 to December 16

  WINTER TERM 2026: January 7 to April 21, 2026

                   SUMMER TERM 2026: May 6 to August 18, 2026