The First Professional Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) builds upon our MSTCM curriculum with an additional focus on integrative and collaborative health care, research literacy, and evidence-informed practices. At a time when acupuncture is an increasingly valued treatment in mainstream care for patient wellness, it is important for acupuncturists to be equipped with the knowledge, communication, and research skills to effectively work with Western medical doctors, physical therapists, and other health-care professionals
Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM)
Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeUSD 515 / unit
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2022
Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM)
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
Minimum GPA: A GPA of 3.0 or higher in previous coursework is required. However, a GPA below 3.0 does not automatically disqualify an applicant and CIIS will consider a prospective student whose GPA is between 2.0 and 3.0. These individuals are required to submit a GPA Statement and are encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions to discuss their options.
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English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 80
Fee Information
How to Apply
Application Instructions
Step 1: Complete the Online Admissions Application and Submit the Application Fee
Start your online application by clicking the spring or fall application links above. There is a non-refundable $65 application fee payable online upon submitting your application.
Step 2: Submit Your Supporting Materials
When submitting your materials, please make sure that all materials clearly state your full name. We recommend utilizing headers and page numbers (if needed) to maintain the order of your documents. Please allow 5 business days for processing. Please check your programs apply page above for the specific application requirements.
Step 3: Submit Your Official Transcripts
We require official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate academic institutions attended, regardless of whether or not you received a degree. This includes all transcripts from any institution where you have earned 7 or more units and transcripts from any schools that appear on your degree conferral transcript. Be sure to mention on your application if your transcript is listed under a different name.
All transcripts from schools outside the United States and Canada must be sent, at the applicant’s expense, to World Education Services (WES) foreign credential evaluation service. A course-by-course report* is required for all programs and will be used in lieu of the CIIS application requirement for original transcripts. CIIS accepts the WES ‘Basic’ report, but applicants may wish to complete the ‘ICAP’.
CIIS will also accept foreign credential evaluations that are in a comprehensive course-by-course format from the current members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM)
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine at California Institute of Integral Studies (ACTCM)
United States of America, San Francisco