Admission FAQ's
Why choose the East West College of Natural Medicine?
- Our small, friendly campus community embraces students and their individuality.
- Low faculty to student ratioallows for individualized attention and guidance.
- Focus on the traditional roots of Chinese Medicine while supporting its integration into today's healthcare systems.
- Our outstanding Faculty and Clinic Facilities
- You will earn both a Bachelor and a Master degree
- High NCCAOM pass rates
- Sarasota. A great place to live and work!
What degrees do you award?
Attending the East West College of Natural Medicine allows you to earn both a Bachelor of Health Science Degree and a Master of Oriental Medicine Degree at the same time. The degrees are award simultaneously and may not be earned separately.
Where is the East West College of Natural Medicine located?
The College is centrally located in beautiful Sarasota, Florida. For more information about our campus and its location please visit The Campus and Sarasota on this website. Driving directions to the campus may be found at Visiting EWCNM on this website.
If a student attends full time the program takes 3 years and 4 months to complete the required 3000 hours. The program runs year round with three terms each year. Part-time students have up to six years to complete the program.
What are the program entrance requirements?
Students must have at least 60 credits, including general education requirements from an accredited, degree awarding College or University. Additionally students must meet EWCNM's Essential Standard requirements. Full details of all requirements may be viewed at How to Apply on this website.
When do classes begin?
Classes begin in January, May and September.
Where will I complete my clinical internship?
East West College of Natural Medicine operates a full service clinic on the campus. In addition to practicum hours in our campus clinic, senior students are required to participate in one of our Externships programs located at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center or Sarasota Memorial out-patient pain clinic. Both Externship sites are conveniently located in Sarasota.
Will the program prepare me for the NCCAOM certification Exams?
Yes. All graduates of the East West College of Natural Medicine are eligible to sit for the NCCAOM certification exams to obtain certification as a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) which includes acupuncture and herbology or the Diplomate of Acupuncture (Dipl. Ac.)
Will I learn about Herbal therapies at the East West College?
Yes, East West College of Natural Medicine has a complete Herbal Pharmacy in its clinic. Students are schooled in the use of raw herbal formulas as well as patent herbs. Upon the completion of the EWCNM program, students are eligible to sit for the NCCAOM Certification exam for herbology.
Am I able to Transfer from another OM school to the East West College of Natural Medicine?
Yes, EWCMN accepts transfer students. For requirements and more information please visit Transfer Students on this web site.
How much does it cost to attend?
Please refer to our Tuition & Fees section on this website for detailed cost. In addition to tuition, fees and books, students should consider their variable living expenses when calculating the total cost of attending the East West College of Natural Medicine.
Do you offer Financial Aid?
Yes, the East West College of Natural Medicine offers Federal Financial Aid to those students who qualify. Additional scholarships and grants may also be available. For more information regarding financial aid and how to apply, please visit the Financial Aid section of this website, or call the Financial Aid Department at 1-800-883-5528.
How do I receive a catalog?
You may download a catalog from this website, or you may request a catalog CD by completing the Online Contact Form.
Where can I get an application?
Applications are available three ways:
- Download an Application
- Email registrar@ewcollege.org
- Call Toll-Free 800-8835528, or locally 941-355-9080
How do I get started?
- View the entrance requirements and procedures at How to Apply on this Website.
- Contact our Admissions office at registrar@ewcollege.org or call Toll-Free 800-883-5528, or locally 941-355-9080 to answer any question that you may have.
- Schedule a visit to the East West College of Natural Medicine to take a tour, and receive a complimentary acupuncture treatment in our student clinic.
- Follow the Admission Procedures on this website.
How do I contact the East West College of Natural Medicine?
East West College of Natural Medicine
3808 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34234
Toll Free: 800-883-5528
Phone: 941-355-9080
Fax: 941-355-3243
Email:registrar@ewcollege.org