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Herbal Medicine Certificate Program



The application for admission to the Herbal Medicine Certificate Program at the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MCAOM) is available in PDF format, for easy printing.Please choose which type you prefer and follow the link below.

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Mail your application to the Admissions Office:

Northwestern Health Sciences University
Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine-Office of Admissions
2501 West 84th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55431

Application Procedure

The first step in the application process is to submit a fully-completed application for admission. Applications are available online at www.nwhealth.edu or from the Office of Admissions. The application must include:

  1. An application processing fee of $50 (U.S. dollars). This fee is non-refundable;
  2. Official transcripts from all colleges attended; (NOTE: These transcripts must be sent directly to Northwestern from those colleges.)
  3. Names and addresses of two references. Northwestern will send character reference forms to those persons listed on the application as references. Those persons should complete the form and return it to the University. Relatives are not accepted as references;
  4. A completed short essay (see application form for instructions);
  5. A copy of current NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) certification in acupuncture;
  6. A copy of current LAc (licensed acupuncturist) documentation;
  7. A current resumé.

Selection of Candidates

The Admissions Committee in general seeks to admit students who best suit the philosophies and goals of the University. Northwestern attempts to select students who have strong academic records and who demonstrate the motivational and personal characteristics suitable for a career in acupuncture and Oriental medicine. Willingness to provide service and a caring attitude are important characteristics of a successful practitioner. The University employs a rolling admissions process. Therefore, early application could increase the applicant's probability for acceptance. Students are strongly encouraged to apply nine to 12 months prior to the first day of their first academic term. Students interested in seeking transfer credit should apply as far in advance as possible, in order to assure that any required additional information may be obtained or challenge examinations completed prior to the first day of class. The University encourages campus visits for all applicants and reserves the right to require an interview.

Tuition Deposit Policy

Applicants will be notified in writing of the Admissions Committee's decision regarding their application following receipt and review of all information and materials. Upon notification of acceptance, a non-refundable tuition deposit of $100 (U.S. dollars) is required to secure a place in the program. The tuition deposit will be applied to the first trimester tuition.

The tuition deposit should be submitted as soon as possible after notification of acceptance.
First trimster students who have been accepted and paid their $100 (U.S. dollars) tuition deposit must pay the balance of their first trimester tuition on the first day of class. It is important to note that because of the limited space available in each class, scheduling priorities, and the cost of education, the institutional refund policy does not apply to the $100 (U.S. dollars) tuition deposit.

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