Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine
Location and Contact Information
3646 N Broadway-2nd FloorChicago, IL 60613
USA
Main Tel: (773) 477-4822
Web Site
The campus is in a large city.
Overview
The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine-Chicago is a private institute in Chicago, Illinois. The institute was established in 1986 in San Diego. The Chicago campus covers an area of 15,000 square feet, including 6 administrative offices and 7 classrooms. PCOM Chicago is approved to grant Associate of Applied Science degrees, Bachelor of Science degrees and Master of Science degrees to its students.
The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine-Chicago offers several clubs and organizations to its students. A professional acupuncture clinic fitted with an herbal pharmacy and 6 treatment rooms is also available to improve students’ hands-on training experiences.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in nutrition and exercise therapy and therapy and counseling.
- High female/male ratio.
School characteristics:
- The school is private, for-profit.
- Academic calender: Trimester.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 11,303 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,166 |
Financial Aid
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 50% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | ||
| Institutional Grant | ||
| Federal Grant | ||
| Pell Grant | ||
| Other Federal Grant | ||
| State or Local Grant |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 50% | $10,395 |
| Federal Loan | 50% | $10,395 |
| Other Loan |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master | 38 | 1 |
| < 1 year certificate | 18 | 1 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 12 | 1 |
Students
Student enrollment was 203 in 2009-2010 (313 full-time equivalent).
Students under 25 years old represent 10% of the student body. About 18% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
Graduate School Focus
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine offers graduate (post-Bachelor) studies. The highest degree offered is the Master.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
- Acupuncture
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage