Submit your application and all required documents
Pay the $300 non-refundable application fee*
August 2027 intake
Applications are open. Use this toolkit to prepare your application.
Due dates and fees
Confirm your acceptance
Pay the $500 non-refundable registration/confirmation fee*
*Fees are tax creditable and eligible for T2202 income tax reporting on a calendar year basis.
2026-2027 program fees
The following tuition and insurance fees are separate from the application fee. All fees are subject to change.
| Program | Annual tuition* | Canadian student insurance | International student insurance | Canadian total | International total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiropractic Residencies | $6,334 | $805 | $1,476 | $7,139 | $7,810 |
View 2026-2027 fee payment due dates
| Chiropractic Residencies | Canadian students | International students | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year I | $500 | $500 | |
| $3,444 | $4,115 | ||
| $3,695 | $3,695 | ||
| Years II–III | $3,444 | $4,115 | |
| $3,695 | $3,695 |
*Fees are tax creditable and eligible for T2202 income tax reporting on a calendar year basis.
Â鶹´«Ã½ criteria
Requirements to apply
You must be a graduate of, or enrolled in the final year of a chiropractic program accredited by one of the following:
- The Council on Chiropractic Education Canada of the Federation of Canadian Chiropractic
- The Council on Chiropractic Education (US)
- An accrediting agency that is a member in good standing of the Councils on Chiropractic Education International.
Prospective students are encouraged to speak with the Program Directors or Director, Graduate Studies for program specific details.
Requirements for selected applicants
If you are offered admission, applicants must hold or obtain the following minimum qualifications before commencement of the residency programs:
- Have graduated from a chiropractic program accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education Canada, or an accrediting agency that is a member in good standing of the Councils on Chiropractic Education International.
- Have successfully completed provincial (Ontario) and national (Canadian) board examinations. American national board examinations are an asset but are not required.
- Hold active memberships with the Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association, Canadian Chiropractic Association and Ontario Chiropractic Association.
Required documents
Your application requires the seven submissions listed below, plus English language proficiency documentation if applicable. Select each item to view instructions and download any required forms.
CMCC Application & Interview Integrity Disclosure
Review the academic integrity requirements, sign the disclosure and submit it with your application.
Curriculum Vitae
Submit a current curriculum vitae (CV) using the prescribed CMCC CV template.
Letter of intent
Describe your academic background, relevant professional and other experiences, research interests, career goals and why you are a good fit for the program. Describe why you have chosen your specialty and how you intend to use your specialty training in the future. Maximum length: 750 words.
Research Supervisor Form
Research is an integral component of the program. All students are expected to start the program with a research supervisor and research topic. Your supervisor must be a CMCC faculty member with a PhD.
As an applicant, you must identify a supervisor and a potential research topic. This involves meeting with faculty to determine what research opportunities are available and having the research supervisor complete the form.
Once your research supervisor has completed the form, you must submit the completed Research Supervisor Form directly to Â鶹´«Ã½ as part of your application.
Letter of good standing
- Regulated Health Professionals: Obtain verification of your status from the relevant regulatory College.
- CMCC students in their final year: The Registrar will forward a verification of good standing to Graduate Studies Â鶹´«Ã½.
- Non-CMCC students: Obtain a letter of good standing from your professional school.
Official transcripts
Official transcripts are required from all chiropractic program and post-secondary institutions you have attended. Follow the route that applies to each institution:
Other institutions in North America: Arrange for sealed official transcripts to be sent directly to the Division of Student Services c/o Graduate Studies, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.
CMCC students: Complete the CMCC Transcript Request Form so your grades can be forwarded to Graduate Studies Â鶹´«Ã½. This form requests records held by CMCC; it cannot be used to request transcripts from other institutions.
Institutions outside North America: Arrange a course-by-course evaluation through World Education Services (WES). WES must send the official evaluation directly to CMCC by the application deadline. See International applicants — Transcript evaluation for details.
Three letters of reference
Choose three individuals who are not family members or friends. Your referees must include:
- At least one community member, such as clergy, an employer or a supervisor.
- At least one professional, such as a chiropractor or another health care practitioner.
Provide their contact information on the following form so they can receive the online reference letter form.
Providing a reference for an applicant? Expand the guidance below to learn what you’ll need and how to submit your reference.
For referees: How to complete your reference
Thank you for supporting a Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) Residency Program applicant. Your feedback helps us assess their academic, professional, and personal suitability for advanced training.
Before you begin
Please ensure you have:
- The applicant’s full name and six-digit student number.
- Knowledge of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
- Approximately 10–15 minutes to complete the form.
Who should provide a reference
Referees should have direct knowledge of the applicant’s academic abilities, clinical performance, professional conduct, communication and interpersonal skills, leadership potential, and readiness for residency-level training.
Examples include faculty members, clinical supervisors, preceptors, employers, and healthcare professionals who have worked closely with the applicant. Family members and personal friends should not serve as referees.
What the form asks
- Your relationship to the applicant and how long you have known them.
- Your assessment of their professional and academic abilities.
- Their communication and interpersonal skills.
- Their professionalism and ethical conduct.
- Their suitability for residency training.
- Your overall recommendation.
You can also provide additional comments.
Confidentiality
References are collected solely to evaluate residency applications and will be reviewed by authorized members of the Residency Â鶹´«Ã½ Committee. Information will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation and institutional policies.
Deadline and submission
References must be received by November 30, 2026. Late submissions may affect the applicant’s ability to be considered for admission.
Questions?
Division of Student Services
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Email: admissions@cmcc.ca
Phone: 416-482-2340
for the required submissions and English language proficiency documentation, if applicable. Start transcript and reference requests early to allow time for processing.
Complete your online application
Upload the required application documents and pay the $300 non-refundable application fee. All required uploads must be complete before you can submit your application.
Arrange submissions from others
Official transcripts, reference letters, and supervisor form are submitted separately from your online application:
- Transcripts: Follow the transcript submission instructions.
- References: Follow the Three letters of reference instructions.
- Research Supervisor: Follow the Research Supervisor Form instructions.
Ensure these submissions reach CMCC by the application deadline.
International applicants
Transcript evaluation
If you attended an institution outside North America, your transcripts must undergo a course-by-course evaluation by World Education Services (WES). WES is the only agency CMCC accepts for foreign transcript evaluations.
To arrange your evaluation:
- Create an account with WES and designate CMCC as a recipient
- Arrange for your transcripts to be sent to WES, following its document submission instructions
- Ensure WES sends your official evaluation directly to CMCC by the application deadline
World Education Services, Inc.
1400-2 Carlton Street
Toronto,
ON M5B 1J3
Telephone: 416.972.0070 x5244
Fax: 416.972.9004
Visit World Education Services ↗
Confirm the current document submission address and delivery instructions with WES before sending transcripts.
Documents in languages other than English
For each document issued in a language other than English, provide both a notarized English translation and a certified true photocopy of the original document at the time of application.
English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you must identify this on your application. You may be required to demonstrate English-language proficiency through one or more of the following:
- sufficient university level course work in English as determined by the Registrar; and/or
- a minimum score of 92 on the internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); and/or
- a minimum score of 7.0 on the International English Language Test System (IELTS).
CMCC’s institutional code for TOEFL is 8866
Study permit and entry requirements
You are responsible for meeting Canadian entry and study requirements. Contact Canadian immigration authorities or your nearest Canadian government representative to confirm the requirements that apply to you.
Foreign nationals must hold and present a valid study permit to register at CMCC. CMCC will retain a copy of your study permit for the duration of your academic program, in accordance with applicable institutional and immigration requirements.
Email Dr. P. Stern at pstern@cmcc.ca about potential research supervisors ↗
For further information about programs and admissions requirements, consult the current CMCC Academic Calendar.