AIMC BERKELEY How to Apply
AIMC, Berkeley accepts applications on an ongoing basis. There are three start dates each year for our programs: Fall (September), Spring (January), Summer (May).
You will find application dates, admissions requirements, and an outline of the application process below. While priority is placed on students who apply early, any degree-seeking student can apply up until a week before the trimester begins. Late applicants must have all documents submitted one week prior to the start of the trimester. Non-degree seekers, transfer students, and international students should follow the steps outlined below.
We recommend applying early to allow time for Admissions to review your transcripts and to give yourself plenty of time to qualify for financial aid. Once your application is complete, you will also be invited for an admissions interview.
Any questions, please contact our Admissions Department, admissionsinfo@aimc.edu.
Application Dates
| Class Starts: | Spring 2021: January 4, 2021 Summer 2021: May 4, 2021 | |
| Priority Application Date: | Spring 2021: November 1, 2020 Summer 2021: March 8, 2021 | |
| Late Application Date: | Spring 2021: December 1, 2020 Summer 2021: April 8, 2021 |
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for Master’s program must have:
- High school diploma or GED. AIMC Berkeley does not accept ability-to-benefit (ATB)
- The minimum education requirements of 60-semester units (equivalent to 90 quarter units) of undergraduate work from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. If you are considering a doctorate, please see the requirements below.
Applicants for Dual Degree and Doctoral Completion programs must have:
- High school diploma or GED. AIMC Berkeley does not accept ability-to-benefit (ATB)
- The minimum education requirements of 90-semester units (equivalent to 135 quarter units) of undergraduate work from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. APPLICATION PART 1
- Write Your Essay
- Masters and Dual Degree applicants: Submit a 500-word essay describing the path that led you to pursue Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine as a profession.
- Doctoral Completion applicants: Submit a 500-word reflection paper on your clinical practice/experience and on how you think, your doctorate degree will enhance your clinical practice.
- Fill out Application Part 1 for either Masters/Dual Degree or Doctorate Completion.
- Pay $100-application fee and submit form.
- Begin to gather documents for application Part 2.
2. APPLICATION PART 2
Gather and submit the following documents to complete part 2.
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Health Form
- Government Issued ID
- Official college transcripts sent directly to AIMC Berkeley (via an electronic transcript service) from all schools attended previously. Due to shelter-in-place AIMC Admissions can only accept electronic transcripts. If for some reason this is not possible for the sending institution, please contact Admissions for advice and a plan of how to proceed. Paper transcripts may take up to two weeks additional processing time.
- Two recommendation letters that speak to your academic ability, professionalism, compassion, maturity, and ability to complete the Master’s, Dual Degree, or Doctorate Completion program and become a successful practitioner. Letters can be from professional, educational, or personal contacts
Doctoral Completion Applicants should additionally submit:
- Off-site internship application for Sutter Health Mission/Bernal or Benioff Children’s by the application date of each (must have LAc for children’s hospital)
- Any vaccinations/Titer for specific internship location. Off-site internships may require a hospital onboarding/badging process for interns which is detailed within each of those applications.
3. INTERVIEW
Once we receive all your items, Admissions will contact you to schedule an online interview. Online interviews are preferred but a phone interview may be available if you do not have access to an internet connection. You may check on the status of your application by emailing admissionsinfo@aimc.edu or calling (510)-224-3178.
Transfer Applicants
Approximately 15% of current AIMC Berkeley students are transfer students. Transfer students come to us for a variety of reasons. They may be relocating or want to change schools. What they share is a passion for acupuncture and integrative medicine and a determination to succeed. Please call the Admissions department (510)-224-3178 today if you are considering coming to us from another program. We can easily give you a preliminary evaluation and help you know what transferring into our program might look like for you. For transfer applicants from non-CAB approved schools, please apply first and then request a transfer evaluation. We’re happy to help you make the transition as easy as possible!
Priority Transfer Application Date:
Spring 2021: Part 1 and Part 2 Application submitted by November 1, 2020
A transfer student may apply past the Priority Date. Official transfer credit evaluations are provided by the Academic Department once a student applies and submits all official transcripts. The transfer evaluation fee is $100.
Non-Degree Seeking Applicants
Non-degree seekers are students from the C.A.B. tutorial program or are enrolled at other acupuncture schools. Non-matriculating students are limited to taking up to 12 units as non-degree seekers at AIMC before being required to apply for transfer into our program. No exceptions. AIMC reserves the right to refuse admission to any non-degree seeker. Non-degree seekers are subject to a higher rate per credit hour than matriculating students, which can change at any time. Pre-requisites will be evaluated only after the application is complete. No exceptions. Application and registration must be completed in full by the priority application deadline.
Non-degree application checklist:
- Part 1 of MSOM application online
- Non-degree seeker application
- $100 application fee (non-waivable/non-refundable)
- Unofficial copies of transcripts from your current or previous acupuncture degree program. We only accept electronic transcripts.
- Letter from C.A.B. tutorial program stating classes needed and their equivalent course. AIMC can not evaluate course equivalencies for the C.A.B. tutorial program
- Look up and verify course requirements and pre-requisites via the student catalog
- Check the class schedule to find your courses
- Once accepted, registration for classes by the application and registration deadlines for non-degree students: Spring 2021: November 1, 2020
International Applicants
AIMC Berkeley welcomes all international applicants to our diverse community of student healers. To apply to the program, international applicants must complete all of the regular entry admissions requirements.
Additional requirements for International Applicants only:
- International credential evaluation: World Education Services (www.wes.org), Educational Records Evaluation Service (www.eres.com), or SpanTran (www.spantran.com)
- Make sure to request the cumulative GPA with the evaluation report as this is required for the application.
- Documentation of English language proficiency (transcript from English language college or TOEFL results, we highly encourage electronic transcript submissions.)
- Application for I-20 Visa
- Please review the Application Procedure for International Applicants.
Acupuncture as a Profession
Mon., November 16th, 6-7:30 PM
Join us online to gain a comprehensive overview of our programs including curriculum, schedules, tuition, financial aid, our tele-health clinic, and online herbal pharmacy. Current AIMC students will also be available to share their experiences and answer questions.
If you attend and decide to apply for the Spring 2021 term, your application fee of $100 will be waived.
Spring term begins on January 4th.
To join us, contact Holly at 510-224-3178 or admissionsinfo@aimc.edu.
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