Life University

Life University began its journey in 1974 as Life Chiropractic College, founded by Williams with a modest enrollment of 22 students. Nestled on the site of a placer gold mine, it rapidly expanded, growing into the largest college of chiropractic in the world by 1990. This initial focus laid the foundation for its distinctive educational philosophy.

In 1989, the institution broadened its scope, shortening its name to Life College to reflect the addition of an undergraduate program and the establishment of an intercollegiate athletic program. This evolution culminated in 1996 when it officially became Life University, expanding its academic offerings while maintaining its strong roots in chiropractic education. Today, under the leadership of President Brian McAulay, the university serves a student body of 2,692.

Prospective students and families should be aware of specific insights regarding the university's Doctor of Chiropractic program. A 2024 report by the U.S. Department of Education highlighted a significant debt-to-income ratio of 490% for graduates, with a median student loan debt of $245,218. Historically, the university has also been associated with a high number of defaulted Health Education Assistance Loans among health professionals, and has faced scrutiny for its association with discouraging vaccinations, hosting prominent figures from the anti-vaccine movement at university events.