How to apply Application Deadlines Spring Enrollment: November 30
Fall Enrollment: July 31

Admission RequirementsADMISSIONS POLICIES
The Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ICAOM) is seeking students who have the necessary desire, educational background and personal character to ensure their ability to complete the program, maintain good standing, and develop into a competent practitioner.  ICAOM is open to all qualified applicants and provides equal educational opportunities regardless of racial origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical disability.

Admissions Requirements for the
Master of Acupuncture (MAc) with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization Degree Program
The MAc with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization degree program admissions policy prerequisite for admission requires the satisfactory completion of at least two academic years (60 semester credits/90 quarter credits) of education at the baccalaureate level that is appropriate preparation for graduate level work, or the equivalent (e.g., certification in a medical professional requiring at least the equivalent training of a registered nurse or a physician’s assistant), from an institution of higher learning that is accredited by an agency recognized by the U. S. Secretary of Education.  Credit must be at the college level and be applicable towards a degree program such as an associate degree or bachelor’s degree.

 ICAOM prefers candidates who have completed the bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education; however, an Associate degree or its equivalent (60 semester or 90 quarter credits) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA from an accredited institution would be the minimum requirements.  However, students who have a 2.5 – 2.9 may be considered for admission and must provide a written statement explaining the circumstances.  This is considered appropriate preparation for graduate level work.

Admissions Requirements for the
Doctor of Acupuncture (DAc) with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization Degree Program
The DAc with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization degree program admissions policy prerequisite for admission requires the satisfactory completion of at least three academic years (90 semester credits/135 quarter credits) of education at the baccalaureate level that is appropriate preparation for graduate level work, or the equivalent (e.g., certification in a medical professional requiring at least the equivalent training of a registered nurse or a physician’s assistant), from an institution of higher learning that is accredited by an agency recognized by the U. S. Secretary of Education.  Credit must be at the college level and be applicable towards a degree program such as a bachelor’s degree.

ICAOM prefers candidates who have completed the bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education; however, an equivalent (90 semester or 135 quarter credits) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA from an accredited institution would be the minimum requirements.  However, students who have a 2.5 – 2.9 may be considered for admission and must provide a written statement explaining the circumstances.  This is considered appropriate preparation for graduate level work. 

The Master’s and Doctoral program at the Institute is very demanding academically.  To benefit and enhance the applicant’s success in the program, a background related to the Health Sciences such as the biological sciences (nutrition, biology, chemistry, physiology and psychology) is recommended.

Additional Admission Requirements for both the MAc and DAc programs
Hawaii law require each student to present a report of a physical examination, a Certificate of Tuberculosis examinations, and a record of immunizations before attending the first day of school.

The State of Hawaii Department of Health requires that each student obtain a certificate of Tuberculosis (TB) examination dated within 12 months before first attending any post-secondary school in Hawaii in any course of study longer than 6 months.  This requirement may NOT be deferred or postponed and students who have not complied with the law will not be allowed to enroll or attend classes.  The certificate must be signed by a licensed United States physician. 

Students must also present a record of Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR), Varicella, Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap) immunization, signed or stamped by a licensed MD, DO, APRN, PA, or clinic. 

All applications and supporting documents for students who have been admitted to the program and have not enrolled will be held for one year from the date on the application form; after that the application will not be retained.  Applicants who fail to enroll within one year of the initial application date will have to reapply, pay another application fee, and again provide all the required documents necessary for consideration for admission. For more information check the following link:
Admission Requirements

 
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