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American Institute is located in a large city, in Columbus, OH. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at American Institute top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study therapy and counseling.
The admissions department at American Institute does not accept all those who apply.
The school offers classes to 171 students (108 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at American Institute.
The school has a large share of part-time students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The American Institute of Alternative Medicine (AIAM)
is a private higher education institution whose mission is to thoroughly prepare students for careers in Acupuncture, Chinese Massage Therapy, or Western Massage through
lecture, hands-on laboratory and clinical training.
AIAM nurtures and develops professional healing arts
practitioners in their own individual style, art, and
energy and equips them with the finest clinical
abilities and business acumen through basic and
continuing education. AIAM expands the understanding
and utilization of our therapies in our community.
At American Institute of Alternative Medicine, we
believe your success is our success."
More complete details are provided below.
American Institute Of Alternative Medicine
6685 Doubletree Ave
Columbus, OH 43229
General Phone: (614) 825-6255
http://www.aiam.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy and Counseling | 79 | massage therapy |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 22 | acupuncture, traditional Asian medicine |
Number of programs and degrees for American Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 52 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 28 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 21 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, American Institute had a total enrollment of 171 students (108 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 26% |
| Women | 74% |
| Full-Time | 63% |
| Part-Time | 37% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 4% |
| Unknown | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11% |
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbus, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 24 | 19 | 79% | 19 | 100% |
| Men | 6 | 5 | 83% | 5 | 100% |
| Women | 18 | 14 | 78% | 14 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,775 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,775 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,808 |
Financial Aid:
American Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3534400)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese/Asian Medicine and Chinese Herbology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library
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