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RUNNING EAGLES D I S TA N C E L E A R N I N G DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC G R A D U AT E S T U D I E S U N D E R G R A D U AT E S T U D I E S AT A G L A N C E LASTING PURPOSE

The not-so-

LITTLE University that is changing the world

LASTING PURPOSE

Life University’s guiding principle is Lasting

GIVE DO LOVE SERVE

Purpose: To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve – Out of

a Sense of Abundance. Life University believes that a willingness and desire to serve your community and your fellow man are just as important as academic pursuits. This attitude stems from

the recognition that each individual has been

given certain gifts, and as a citizen in the world

community, it is your duty To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve out of our own abundance.

LIFE UNIVERSITY CURRENT ENROLLMENT

2,736 888

undergrads

51% female

students

1,848 graduates and above

49% male

50 States & more than 45 countries from all

$1 million

in financial aid available to Life University undergrads LIFE is one of the

TOP chiropractic researchers in the country

L I F E ACA D E M I C S

19 undergraduate degrees including a

Dietetic Internship program has a

100%

pre-chiropractic pathway, four of which are also offered online

completion rate

4 graduate degrees

Master of Science in Positive Psychology degree is one of just three

including one offered online (two tracks)

similar programs in the U.S.

Applied Clinical Neuroscience Institute L I F E F A C U LT Y

15:1 Student to Faculty ratio

25%

of faculty members identify as minorities

NeuroLIFE Institute is a thought leader in vestibular therapy and chiropractic neurology research.

191

Faculty members

34% part-time

48% female

66% full-time

52% male

L I F E CA M P U S

70+

student clubs & organizations

35 minutes

LIFE is from the one of the world’s busiest international airports

The LIFE Village Retreat is the first stick-built college dormitory to achieve

7 men’s varsity sports

10 women’s

gold-level certification

from LEED and the U.S. Green Building Council.

The New Commons, a

99,000

square-foot campus housing and dining facility, is home to as many as 362 students and the Lyceum Dining Hall.

varsity sports

1 co-ed varsity sport + club sports and intramural leagues

LIFE’s innovative Master of Athletic Training is one of only 35 such programs in the world.

Socrates Cafe is one of the most sustainable college dining facilities in the country

110-acre campus in Marietta, Georgia offers more than 5 miles of walking trails

RUNNING EAGLES

AT H L E T I C S

AT A G L A N C E

Home to the world’s largest single-campus Doctor of Chiropractic program

Undergraduate Studies Life University’s Undergraduate Degree Programs, ranging from the basic sciences and business programs to specialized, vitalistic health and wellness degrees, offer students a wide selection of careerlaunching educational opportunities. We encourage you to carefully explore which options are best-aligned with your life goals and personal passions.

THREE PATHWAYS FOR OUR PRE DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC: H.S. TO D.C.!

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS ON - CAMPUS A.S. Computer Information Management A.S. Health and Wellness B.S. Biology B.S. Biopsychology B.B.A. Business Administration B.S. Computer Information Management B.S. Culinary Nutrition

B.S. Dietetics B.S. Exercise Science B.S. Health Coaching B.S. Human Ecology B.S. General Studies B.S. Nutrition B.A. Positive Human Development and Social Change B.S. Psychology Pre Doctor of Chiropractic

U N D E R G R A D U AT E S T U D I E S

HOW TO APPLY

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Questions?

Please email Admissions@LIFE.edu or call (800) 543-3202.

Graduate Studies Life University’s graduate programs will not only build and expand upon what you’ve learned as an undergrad and throughout your professional experiences, but will also provide you with a whole new educational and philosophical framework within which you can create your ideal graduate experience and, ultimately, prepare for your ideal career.

Our distinctive and world class Master’s degrees allow students to master advanced knowledge, techniques, skills and philosophies, so they can make a deeper, more meaningful impact within their discipline and in the lives of others – be it in their professional or personal world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.LIFE.edu/admissions for more information, including admissions requirements.

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Please email Admissions@LIFE.edu or call (800) 543-3202.

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS ON - CAMPUS M.S. Clinical Nutrition M.S. Sport Health Science • Chiropractic Sport Science • Exercise and Sport Science • Nutrition and Sport Science • Sport Injury Management • Sport Coaching

M.S. Positive Psychology • General • Coaching Psychology • Secular Ethics and Contemplative Science

G R A D U AT E S T U D I E S

LET’S GET STARTED! All applicants to the Graduate Program must submit: •N on-refundable $50 application fee •F inal Official college transcripts from all institutions attended (3.0 GPA) •O fficial GRE test scores • Letter of Intent •C urriculum Vita (Resume) and 3 References •R ead, complete and return the Technical Standards.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Please read through all instructions for international applicants at LIFE.edu/Apply.

•S core of 61 on TOEFL • Transcripts must be approved by an approved evaluating agency •F inancial Documents

Take a Stand.

Our students strive to make their communities a better place. Join the LIFE community and get started on your path.

Doctor of Chiropractic degree is a rigorous, 14-quarter program that typically takes students four years to complete.

The curriculum structure is logical and sequential, combining hands-on training and academic rigor. This develops students into highly-skilled chiropractic healthcare clinicians.

Scan to Apply Now! Questions?

Call one of our Enrollment Specialists at 800.543.3202 or send an email to Admissions@LIFE.edu. We’ll be glad to answer any questions you have and get you started with your career in Chiropractic.

D.C. Facts

Life University’s Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) ADMISSION:

Apply anytime PROGRAM DURATION:

14 Quarters

FIRST-YEAR RETENTION:

83%

D.C. TUITION:

Approximately $26,475.00 per year, based on a three-quarter academic year.

STUDENT POPULATION:

Average student age is 27.

51% female, 49% male TERMS:

Quarter System

(Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall)

DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC

Life Chiropractic College Founded in 1974 LIFE faculty member Ron Kirk D.C., developed the world-recognized “Straighten Up America” program to help children learn to care for the spinal health.

REQUIRED COURSEWORK

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HOW TO APPLY Visit www.LIFE.edu/Admissions for more information, including admissions requirements.

QUARTER HOURS College coursework with minimum accumulative 2.75 GPA (4.0 scale) 90 Semester hours

LIFE & NATURAL SCIENCE HUMANITIES SOCIAL SCIENCE

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LEARN ON YOUR TERMS

YO U R D E G R E E. YO U R LO CAT I O N.

vitalistic philosophy that is the backbone of Life University. LIFE Online gives everyone access to our leading-edge programs with added flexibility and a foundation of Vitalism.

Affordable: Life University’s tuition and books may be less expensive than competing schools.

You shouldn’t be held back from a rare educational opportunity because of time constraints or distance. LIFE Online strives to give exemplary innovators a chance for an individualized education both on and off campus. We are continually expanding our programs, which will equip us to reach more online students who are ready to think differently and become agents of change.

Convenient: Take classes on your schedule, to balance with your work, family and life.

ONLINE DEGREE PROGRAMS

WHY CHOOSE LIFE UNIVERSITY’S COLLEGE OF ONLINE EDUCATION?

Support: You won’t go on this journey alone. We will be with you every step of the way.

Faculty: Our faculty care about you and want you to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

A.S. Health and Wellness B.S. Biology B.S. Psychology Pre Doctor of Chiropractic • H.S. to D.C.

M.S. Positive Psychology • General • Coaching Psychology • Secular Ethics and Contemplative Science

Scan to Apply Now! Questions?

Please email Admissions@LIFE.edu or call (800) 543-3202.

D I S TA N C E L E A R N I N G

Distance Learning

The online community is deeply connected to the

BASKETBALL 2018-19 Highlights: • Recognized for Team Performance of the Year at the 2019 Life University Student-Athlete Awards Banquet • Four All-Academic MSC selections • NAIA Scholar Team • Tierra Tullis earned Second-Team AllMSC honors

BOWLING 2018-19 Highlights: • Hannah Walker and Amber Beene earned MSC Doubles Championship • Team captured seventh at the MSC Championships • Two All-Academic MSC bids • NAIA Scholar Team

• Three Second-Team All-MSC honors • Two MSC Player of the Week awards.

• Bridgett Simmer and Julia Thompson recognized as NAIA as Players of the Week • Received the Servant Leadership Team of the Year award at the Life University Student-Athlete Awards Banquet

RUGBY 2019 Highlights: • Finished second at the USA Rugby 15s National Championships • Three USA Rugby Scholar Athletes • Nine D1 Elite All-Americans • Tropical 7s Tournament Champions • Captured fourth at the USA Rugby College 7s National Championships • Finished fourth at the CRC

CROSS COUNTRY 2018 Highlights: • Fourth place at the 2018 MSC Championships • Two All-Academic MSC selections • Elizabeth Skipper earned her second NAIA/Daktronics Scholar Athlete recognition

LACROSSE 2019 Highlights: • Finished inaugural season with a 7-8 overall record • Played seven teams ranked in the NAIA Top 10 • Earned upset win over Tennessee Wesleyan

SOCCER 2019 Highlights: • 15 student-athletes on the 2019 Academic All Mid-South Conference Team • 2018 Highlights: • 10 All-Academic MSC selections • One First-Team All-MSC honors and Two Second-Team All-MSC honors • One NAIA Daktronics/Scholar Athlete • NAIA Scholar Team • Sydney Young and Josie Davis named MSC Players of the Week

SWIMMING AND DIVING 2018-19 Highlights: • Three NAIA All-Americans • Two Second-Team All-MSC honors • One NAIA Daktronics/Scholar Athlete • Two All-Academic MSC honors • Victoria Acosta named Newcomer of the Year at the Life University Student Athlete Awards Banquet • One MSC Swimmer of the Week

TRACK AND FIELD 2019 Indoor Season Highlights: • Iantha Wright finished second in the 60-meter dash at the NAIA National Championships • Bria Sands picked up second in the triple jump at the NAIA National Championships • Wright and Sands named NAIA AllAmericans • Wright named MSC Indoor Freshman of the Year • Team finished third at the MSC Indoor Championships • Five individual MSC Indoor titles • Six Second-Team All-MSC finishes 2019 Outdoor Season Highlights: • Team finished fifth at the MSC Outdoor Championships • Bria Sands captured two individual MSC Outdoor titles (triple jump and high jump), finished second in the long jump, and finished fourth among individual scorers

• Marialejandra Julia Pagan earned AllMSC honors, finishing second in the heptathlon • Elizabeth Skipper earned Academic MSC Honors

VOLLEYBALL 2018-19 Highlights: • Liz Mann named an AVCA Honorable Mention All-American • Four All-Academic MSC selections • One First-Team All-MSC honor and two Second-Team honors • Three NAIA/Daktronics Scholar Athletes • Three MSC Player of the Week honors • NAIA Scholar Team

WRESTLING 2018-19 Highlights: • Three NAIA All-Americans and six Honorable Mentions • Ranked No. 4 in NAIA Coaches’ Poll • Finished seventh at first-annual NAIA Women’s Wrestling Invitational • Erica Sotelo finished as NAIA runner-up

WOMEN’S VARSITY LIFE RUNNING EAGLES

BASKETBALL 2018-19 Highlights: • One All-Academic MSC selection • One First-Team All-MSC honor • Two MSC Player of the Week recognitions • Cam Horton honored for Individual Performance of the Year at the Life University Student-Athlete Awards Banquet

BOWLING 2018-19 Highlights: • Qualified for the USBC Intercollegiate Sectionals for the first time in program history • Finished second at the MSC Championships • Captured fourth at the Glenn Carlson Invitational • Juwan Wallace became first Life U bowler to earn All-Conference honors on the Second Team

RUGBY 2019 Highlights • Second-straight USA Rugby 15s National Championship, the team’s fourth title in seven years • Harley Wheeler honored with 2019 Rudy Scholz Award as the best collegiate rugby player in the U.S. • For the third year in a row, the University was one of two host sites for the USA Rugby Men’s D1A

VOLLEYBALL 2018-19 Highlights: Finished inaugural season 17-4 overall, winning seven consecutive matches 3-0 and 16 of 17 games in straight sweeps Advanced to semifinals of the MSC Championships One All-Academic MSC honors Two First-Team All-MSC and two SecondTeam All-MSC honors Two MSC Player of the Week

National Semi-Finals

SOCCER 2018-19 Highlights: • 2019 Mid-South Conference Champions • 2018 Mid-South Conference Semifinalists • 10 All-Academic MSC selections • 2 First-Team All-MSC accolades and 2 Second-Team All-MSC honors • 5 NAIA/Daktronics Scholar Athletes • NAIA Scholar Team • Thierry Jules named MSC Player of the Week twice

SWIMMING AND DIVING 2018-19 Highlights: • Two NAIA All-Americans • Three Second-Team All-MSC honors • One NAIA Daktronics/Scholar Athlete • Three All-Academic MSC honors • Head coach Patrick Sonsteng named MSC Men’s Swimming • NAIA Scholar Team

WRESTLING 2018-19 Highlights: • Finished 3rd at the 2019 NAIA National Championships • Finished 2nd at the 2019 NWCA National Duals Nosomy Pozo captured 2019 NAIA National Championship for the secondconsecutive year, his fourth national championships across all levels

COED VARSITY CHEERLEADING • Highlights Here

CLUB SPORT MEN’S CLUB RUGBY • 2019 D1 Club National Champions

INTRAMURAL

SPORTS

SPORT HERE • Highlights Here

RUNNING EAGLES

MEN’S VARSITY LIFE RUNNING EAGLES

Visit LIFE VISIT CAMPUS There are many opportunities to visit campus. Join us at one of our exciting events or schedule your campus tour today.

• D.C. Campus Visits are held most Mondays and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

• Undergraduate Campus Visits are held one Tuesday a month from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and most Fridays from 11:00 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

• Graduate Campus Visits are held most Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

LIFE.EDU/VISITLIFE If you have any questions before registering, please contact the Events office at 678.331.4332 or email us at Events@LIFE.edu.

LIFE LEADERSHIP WEEKEND

Our LIFE Leadership Weekends are a wonderful opportunity to visit LIFE and learn more about our Chiropractic program. Our Leadership Weekends offer an in depth look at the chiropractic profession and the kind of chiropractic education that you will receive at Life University. Students attend from all over the U.S. and outside of the U.S. to participate in this event (we hold them 4 times a year). Throughout the weekend, you will get to hear from prominent guest speakers, Life University President and Chancellor, talk and network with experienced Doctors of Chiropractic, meet faculty and staff, Student ambassadors, tour the university, participate in fun outdoor learning activities, and much more!

EAGLE MADNESS UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE PREVIEW DAY Eagle Madness Preview Days are held on Life University’s campus where you will spend the day learning about LIFE’s undergraduate degree programs, meeting with faculty and current students, and exploring the campus.

Financial Aid, Admissions and Student Service representatives will be available to answer all your questions. Enjoy lunch with us compliments of LIFE. This event is open to students, counselors, parents and career advisors.

Learn more and register online LIFE.edu/EagleMadness

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UNDERGRADUATE A.S. Computer Information Management A.S. Health and Wellness B.S. Biology B.S. Biopsychology B.B.A. Business Administration B.S. Computer Information Management B.S. Culinary Nutrition B.S. Dietetics B.S. Exercise Science B.S. Health Coaching B.S. Human Ecology

B.S. General Studies B.S. Nutrition B.A. Positive Human Development and Social Change B.S. Psychology Pre Doctor of Chiropractic • Three Pathways – H.S. to D.C. in XX years UNDERGRADUATE ONLINE A.S. Health and Wellness B.S. Biology B.S. Psychology Pre Doctor of Chiropractic

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GRADUATE M.S. Clinical Nutrition M.S. Sport Health Science • Chiropractic Sport Science • Exercise and Sport Science • Nutrition and Sport Science • Sport Injury Management • Sport Coaching M.S. Positive Psychology • General • Coaching Psychology • Secular Ethics and Contemplative Science

GRADUATE ONLINE M.S. Positive Psychology • General • Coaching Psychology • Secular Ethics and Contemplative Science POSTGRADUATE Doctor of Chiropractic