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American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Introduction
Established in 1980, American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM) is one of the oldest Chinese medicine colleges in the United States, and was the first U.S. school to offer a master’s-level program in traditional Chinese medicine. ACTCM is an accredited educational institution and has been recognized for its unique curriculum by San Francisco Weekly and the San Francisco Bay Guardian.
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine is located in San Francisco’s Potrero Hill neighborhood. The school has three campuses within blocks of each other: the main campus at 455 Arkansas, and additional campuses at 555 De Haro and 450 Connecticut Street, respectively.
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Academics
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine offers the following programs:
- Certificates in Tui Na Massage
- Certificates in Shiatsu Massage
- Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Doctorate in Acupunctural and Oriental Medicine
The Master of Science track is a four-year program that first introduces Chinese medical theory and the basics of herbal treatment, acupuncture, and other aspects of Chinese medicine. Throughout the program, students are increasingly involved in diagnosis and treatment, first observing and then conducting examinations with greater levels of autonomy. The Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine program culminates with an internship as a clinic intern; if desired, students may complete this internship at Zhejiang College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China.
The doctoral program is an advanced two-year course of study intended for graduates of the master’s program.
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Admissions
ACTCM’s admission requirements are:
- Minimum of 90 semester units completed at another accredited institution
- 3.0 GPA (exceptions may be made)
- Completed application for admission
- Completion of admissions interview
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Financial Aid
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a limited number of grants, scholarships, and work-study programs. Many students who are U.S. citizens receive aid in the form of Stafford loans or other federal loans and grants.
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Students
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s student body typically ranges in age from 24 to 60, with an average age of 34. The school’s students come from all over the globe.
Across its three campuses, ACTCM offers its students a computer lab, a large herbal garden, a library, a community clinic, free wifi and other amenities.
Information Summary
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Success rate |
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| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
5 : 1 |
| Retention
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N/A / N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
330 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near San Francisco, CA 94107
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,368 (17,368 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 9,073 (1.82 people per house) |
| Families | 3,048 (2.64 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 2,469 |
| Pop. — Asian | 2,887 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 224 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 244 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 11,425 |
| Pop. — Other | 954 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Special Focus Institutions — Other health professions schools
| Undergraduate | N/A |
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| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | N/A |
| Enrollment | Exclusively graduate/professional |
| Size & Setting | N/A |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Doctoral degree |
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| Calendar System | Quarter |
| Years of college work required | 4 |
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Special Learning Opportunities
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Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine?
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| FT Undergraduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $14,086 | $14,086 | $14,086 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $108 | $108 | $108 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $204 | $204 | $204 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | N/A |
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| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
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= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine accept?
| Dual Credit | |
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| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
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Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
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| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Hispanic | 6 | 10 | 16 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 17 | 53 | 70 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | N/A | N/A |
White Non-Hispanic | 41 | 118 | 159 |
Race Unknown | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Total | 68 | 187 | 255 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 46 | 70 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
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| Traditional Chinese/Asian Medicine and Chinese Herbology | 2 | 10 | 18 | 40 | 70 | |||
| Total | 2 | 10 | 18 | 40 | 70 |
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Ranks 4276th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
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| Average FT Salary | $8,309 ($16,333 male / $1,431 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 39 (18 male / 21 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 17 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 2 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $81,051 |
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