Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
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Chiropractic College Tuition
Our financial aid packages – combining federal and institutional aid – make us one of the most affordable chiropractic colleges in the country. Nearly 98% of students receive some form of financial aid – including loans, scholarships, family discounts and work-study. Sherman also participates in the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of the Yellow Ribbon Program.
Total Tuition
Tuition is $10,175 per quarter.
Total annual tuition is $40,700.
Low Default Rate
The U.S. Department of Education publishes cohort default rates based on the percentage of a school’s borrowers who enter repayment on Direct Loan Program loans during a federal fiscal year (October 1–September 30) and default before the end of the second following fiscal year. The cohort default rate is the percentage of a school’s borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loans (FFELs) and/or Direct Loans, and who default (or meet the other specified condition) within prescribed cohort default period(s). Our most recently published Title IV cohort default rate (Fiscal Year 2021) is 0%. Historical default rates as well as default rates for other institutions can be found at the federal student aid site here.
Tuition and Living Expense Estimates
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COST OF ATTENDANCE PER QUARTER (Effective April 1, 2025 – March 2026) | |
TUITION | $10,175* |
BOOKS/SUPPLIES | $300** |
ROOM (HOUSING/UTILITIES) | $4,000 |
BOARD (FOOD) | $1,963 |
TRANSPORTATION (INCLUDES REG MAINTENANCE) | $1,298 |
MISC. PERSONAL EXPENSES (INCLUDES MEDICAL) | $2,344 |
LOAN FEES | $116 |
TOTAL | $20,196 |
*Tuition is the only cost actually billed to you by the Sherman Business Office.
*Tuition is based on 9 hours or greater. Less than 9 hours is $1,131 per hour.
**Books/supplies for your first quarter can range from $300-$600.
The cost of taking the NBCE Boards is also included for the quarters when a student is eligible to apply for each of the 5 boards, Parts I, II, III, PT, and IV. For the current cost of each part of the boards, please refer to National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Applications for Financial Aid
Applications for financial aid must be filed with the college a minimum of six weeks prior to registration.
- Sherman Financial Aid Application
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov; Sherman College’s FAFSA code is 013853.
- Entrance Counseling and Federal Stafford Master Promissory Note (studentaid.gov).
Attending chiropractic college is a financial investment that you won’t take lightly, and neither will we.
Sherman College offers extensive financial planning services and experienced staff members to guide you through the financial planning process to help you minimize loans and get the most for your education dollar.
Discounts
Institutional Discounts
When spouses are both enrolled full time in the program, each may apply for a 25% tuition discount. Members of the immediate family (children, parents, brothers, and sisters) enrolled in the program each receives a 10% discount.
Yellow Ribbon Program for Veterans
Qualified students who are U.S. veterans may receive benefits from the Veterans Administration through GI Bill® programs. Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, Sherman College matches VA contributions up to 100 percent of tuition. Yellow Ribbon funding is awarded to eligible veterans on a first-come, first-served basis.
Available Scholarships
Applications must be submitted to the Director of Financial Aid. Description and Requirements.
Amount: $500
Academic Level: 4th quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.8 TERM GPA for at least three consecutive quarters
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director of Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
In recognition of the dedication and commitment to community service of AmeriCorps alumni, Sherman College of Chiropractic will offer a one-time matching scholarship of up to $4,000 per AmeriCorps Education Award recipient who is admitted to the doctor of chiropractic program. In addition, Sherman College will waive the application fee for any AmeriCorps Education Award recipient. Please contact the Sherman College Office of Admissions for the application waiver code at 1-800-849-8771.
Scholarship Contact Information:
Chris Roberson
Director of Financial Aid
(864) 578-8770 ext. 334
croberson@sherman.edu
Amount: $1500
2 scholarships available
Academic Level: Clinic 1 or above
GPA Requirement: None specified
Criteria: Awarded to students attending Sherman College who have demonstrated a high level of commitment to serving humanity as a doctor of Chiropractic. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $500
Academic Level: 2nd quarter or above
GPA Requirement: None specified
Criteria: Student must demonstrate a high level of community service.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $500
Academic Level: 4th quarter or above GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Essay with a minimum of 1000 words; topic to include the importance and understanding of the vitalistic philosophy of life and health and communicating it to those we serve through
chiropractic. Topics such as universal/innate intelligence/self-healing, cycles, and force dynamics can also be discussed. The essay will be reviewed by the Philosophy Department.
Essay MUST be submitted to the Director of Financial Aid.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. The application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $1500
2 scholarships available
Academic Level: 2nd quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Preference to students from Washington State or students entering the chiropractic profession as a second career.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $500
Academic Level: 4th quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Essay required
Essay topic: My involvement in the profession and/or school and my contribution to the community
Essay MUST be submitted to the Director of Financial Aid.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director of Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be
signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $500
4 Available
Academic Level: 2nd quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.25 CUM GPA
Criteria: The applicant must be in good standing in accordance with:
- Satisfactory academic progress
- Student code of conduct
Applicant must either:
- Be a regular attendee of Dynamic Essentials
OR - Have attended at least one (or more) DE seminars in the past year
Proof of attendance is required.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $2000
4 scholarships available
Academic Level: Outpatient Intern
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Outpatient intern with preference given to students participating in specialty intern programs.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director of Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount $300
Criteria: Children of Sherman alumni are eligible for the Legacy Scholarship
Renewable for the entire time of enrollment, as long as the student is enrolled at full tuition and maintains satisfactory academic progress.
Amount: $500
Academic Level: Enrollment in Clinic 730 or above
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Demonstrate proficiency of and commitment to the Upper Cervical Techniques taught at Sherman College through use in care of patients in the Health Center.
Recommendation from two Health Center Faculty Doctors regarding this proficiency and commitment.
Letters of recommendations can be included with application or submitted separately by the faculty member.
Applications without letters of recommendations cannot be considered.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $500
3 scholarships available
Academic Level: 2nd quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Must have attended high school in Michigan and intend to return to Michigan after graduation.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director of Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: $500
Academic Level: 4th quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Involvement in extracurricular activities; selection is based on academic excellence and commitment to the College
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director of Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount: Full tuition for 1 term; $175 book stipend
Academic Level: 10th quarter or above
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: U.S. Citizen Must demonstrate financial need and leadership
qualities.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director Financial Aid either electronically or in person. The application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
Amount:$200
Academic Level: Successful completion of Clinic 711 upon initial enrollment
GPA Requirement: 3.0 CUM GPA
Criteria: Recommendation from one Chiropractic Center Faculty Doctor. Must be actively involved with Sherman College and be in good standing with the College.
Letter of recommendation can be included with application or submitted separately by the faculty member.
Applications without the letter of recommendation cannot be considered.
Submit your Sherman Scholarship Application to the Director of Financial Aid either electronically or in person. Application must be signed with your actual signature, not printed name.
More Information
Average Debt
Average debt upon graduation is $229,000, to cover tuition books and living expenses (this amount does not include loans from undergraduate or accrued interest).
Average debt is based on 14 quarters of study at Sherman College.
Have Questions?
Contact the Financial Aid Office at 800-849-8771, ext. 275, or email financialaid@sherman.edu for more information.
Assistance Following Graduation
Federal programs, such as income-based repayment and loan forgiveness, are available to chiropractic college graduates. With an income-based repayment plan, payments are based on household income and size. With the Pay As You Earn Program, your maximum monthly payment will be 10% of discretionary income for up to 20 years. Loan forgiveness also applies to doctors of chiropractic. If you work for a federal, state, local or nonprofit organization, you may be eligible for loan forgiveness after you complete 120 monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.
Sherman College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, or other school-administered programs.
