Academic heritage

Constituent schools and fields of study

The university can grant degrees in health sciences and other fields, and can design degree programs for additional disciplines. For current availability, delivery format, admissions requirements, and fees, contact the university directly.

Historic National Association of Drugless Practitioners seal

The university system

Explore the schools

Each record below reflects the historic information available through the university archive. The university may also design degree programs in disciplines beyond the schools listed here. Course availability and current requirements should be confirmed before applying.

01

First National University of Therapeutics

Founded by Joe Shelby Riley and Hallan N. D. Parker for teaching medical and allied therapeutics, particularly alternative medicine.

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02

Mecca College of Chiropractic

Known historically as the College of Mecca of Chiropractic, the school is presented as part of the university’s lineage of allied healing arts.

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03

New Jersey College of Osteopathy

The college traces its historical approach to the original drugless osteopathy of Dr. Andrew Taylor Still.

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04

United States School of Naturopathy & Allied Sciences

The school is described as the parent and constituent college of the university, with a long archive of degrees and records.

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05

United States School of Physiotherapy

The school’s historical narrative centres on Swedish medical gymnastics and physiotherapy traditions.

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06

United States Naturopathic Institute

The institute is presented as a sister college to the United States School of Naturopathy and Allied Sciences.

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07

Institute for Advanced Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology

Current programme availability and requirements should be confirmed directly with the university.

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Honorary degrees

Recognition of distinguished service

The University grants the honorary degrees of Master of Chiropractic, Philosopher of Chiropractic, and Philosopher of Naturopathy, as well as honorary doctorates in deserving cases.