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Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, PCOM, is in San Diego, California. The college also has other campuses in Chicago, Illinois, and New York, New York. PCOM was founded in 1986. The San Diego campus offers associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees in Asian body therapy, health science, and acupuncture and traditional oriental medicine. It also offers a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine program.
The Student Council of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine - San Diego campus voices the needs and concerns of the students. Students can become members of various professional organizations such as the California State Oriental Medicine Association, the Society for Acupuncture Research, and The Herb Society of America.
Students attend Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, CA, a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine is known for its programs in therapy and counseling and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Applicants to the school appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 515 students at Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine is to critically assess and present the theories and practices of Oriental medicine, together with its traditional and modern derivations, in order that its exemplary graduates may deliver the highest standard of patient care within their scope of practice. Pacific College (San Diego, New York, Chicago) presents this body of knowledge to students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as certificate programs, and to practitioners through continuing education."
More complete details are provided below.
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine San Diego
7445 Mission Valley Rd Ste 105
San Diego, CA 92108-4407
http://www.PacificCollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 58 | acupuncture |
| Therapy and Counseling | 36 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 58 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 29 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 5 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine had a total enrollment of 515 students (753 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 10% |
| Graduate | 90% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 68% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 14% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 32% |
| 30-34 | 23% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
| Part-Time | 83 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Diego, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,420 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,420 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,080 |
Financial Aid:
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3027700)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $56,100 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $56,100 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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