Overview
Founded in 1983, Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine is a small, specialized graduate institution located in Santa Monica, California, dedicated to training practitioners in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The college is accredited to offer master's and doctoral level degrees and has built a reputation as one of the more established TCM schools on the West Coast, known for integrating rigorous clinical training with East Asian medical theory. Its programs prepare students for state licensure and national certification exams in acupuncture and herbal medicine.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Santa Monica, California |
| Founded | 1983 |
| Total students | 300 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 70% |
| Graduation rate | 55% |
| Average starting salary | $55,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $18,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $8,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 60% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.00 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine
- Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
- Acupuncture
- Herbal Medicine
- Integrative Medicine
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.