Transfer Students

We make transferring easy, personal, and supportive—so you can keep moving forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not all programs have the same requirements. Part of this is due to states varying in requirements for licensure, but part is due to freedom among schools to make programs their own. Some schools may have a robust requirement for mind body curriculum, such as taiji and qigong. Other schools may require more in biomedicine, such as schools who are accredited for the California Acupuncture Board (CAB). Every student is unique, and we will do our best to make sure that your transfer process is conducive to the best possible educational experience and set you up for success for your board exams and life after acupuncture school.

If you have at least 50% of the total hours required for that area, you will be eligible for a contest exam. If you have less than 50%, you will be required to take courses to make up the difference. What happens if you have more credits than you need in a particular subject area? Sometimes courses serve two different purposes, and they may be able to count somewhere else. However, once a program requirement is met, it is met. There is no way to count credits toward a different area of study with different learning outcomes.

Students may only transfer up to 50% of the credits for the program to which they are applying. (In the case of school closure, there may be a waiver in place to allow more.) For students who took a course with less contact hours than the required course for AIMC, they will be eligible for a contest exam if the hours completed are at least 50% of the requirement for the individual course. Decisions can only be finalized based on formal transcripts.

Step 1. Reach Out
Whether you attend an open house, come to one of our clinics, or complete a campus tour, reaching out will give you a chance to immerse yourself in AIMC. Open House dates and access to our Eventbrite can be found under "EVENTS" at the top of this page, but to receive a more personalized conversation and information, reach out by requesting more information.
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Step 2. Apply
Once you've chosen the right academic program for you and that you want to join us at AIMC, applying online and sending over your official transcripts will allow us to start the transfer credit evaluation process.
Start Your Application
Step 3. Transfer Credit Evaluation - Get Credit for the Work You’ve Already Done
Already on your path to becoming an acupuncturist or East Asian medicine practitioner? Bring your hard-earned credits with you and keep moving forward at AIMC.

If you’re coming from one of the following institutions, you can view our transfer crosswalks for a clear overview of how your courses align with AIMC’s curriculum:

[AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine Transfer Crosswalk]

[American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Transfer Crosswalk]

[Oregon College of Oriental Medicine Transfer Crosswalk]

[Wongu University of Oriental Medicine Transfer Crosswalk]

[Emperor’s College Transfer Crosswalk]

If your school is not listed, simply email your unofficial transcripts to start@aimc.edu for a preliminary review. We’ll map your completed courses to AIMC’s equivalents and share the results with you.

Transfer Credit Guidelines
These limits are set by our accreditor, the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM) and apply under normal circumstances:

Didactic Coursework: At least 50% of total didactic units must be completed at AIMC.

Clinical Coursework: At least 75% of total clinical units must be completed at AIMC, with a maximum of 240 clinical hours transferable.

Transfer credit is granted only for courses comparable in content, clock hours, and rigor to AIMC’s curriculum, completed with a grade of C or higher.

Special Case — Teach-Out Partner Schools
If you are transferring from a school where AIMC has entered into a formal teach-out agreement, these limits may not apply. Teach-out students are evaluated under the terms of the agreement to maximize transferable credit and ensure a smooth academic transition.
Step 4. Advising
Once we have a clear picture of your academic career, we will be able to properly advise you on your program. Every student is unique, and advising can help you connect with AIMC personnel and form a clear degree plan.
Step 5. Start
Woohoo! Welcome! Check out our current students page to learn about all the things you'll need as a student and how to connect with your peers.
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Joining our Community

We hope to always be a positive landing spot for students and provide a smooth transition for students looking to complete their program of study with us. In a transitional time, we strive to provide support and a clear path for graduation and professional success. To provide such information, we’ve created a special page just for transfer students to help you find the information you need when you need it.

Admissions

Transfer Students

Frequently Asked Questions

Which of my classes will transfer?

What happens when you have less hours in a particular subject area than what is required by AIMC?

What are some other important transfer credit policies?

Step 1. Reach Out

Step 2. Apply

Step 3. Transfer Credit Evaluation - Get Credit for the Work You’ve Already Done

Step 4. Advising

Step 5. Start

Joining our Community