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American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine is found in Houston, Texas. Houston is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine.
The school is known for its programs in nutrition and exercise therapy.
Admission to American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
Students numbered 151 in 2005 at the school. A large number of students at American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) is an academic institution dedicated to educating individuals for successful careers as healthcare practitioners based on the theories, principles, and clinical applications of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). We embrace the tenets of Western science and promote the integration of TCM into mainstream biomedicine. Our clinics provide the community with affordable healthcare services while developing student skills and broadening the body of TCM research. We are committed to excellence in teaching, research, patient care, and community service based on the finest skills, latest technologies, and the highest ethical standards of healthcare delivery."
More complete details are provided below.
American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine
9100 Park West Drive
Houston, TX 70063-4104
General Phone: (713) 780-9777
Admissions Phone: (713) 780-9777
Financial Aid Phone: (713) 780-9777
http://www.acaom.edu
American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 30 | acupuncture |
Number of programs and degrees for American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 30 | 1 |
In 2005, American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine had a total enrollment of 151 students (118 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 34% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 19% |
| 35-39 | 17% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 11% |
| 65+ | 1% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Houston, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (713) 780-9777
Financial Aid:
American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3153300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (713) 780-9777
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 4 | $36,250 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $36,250 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American College Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Option to study abroad On-campus library
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