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Tri-State College of Acupuncture was established in 1979 as the Tri-State Institute of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture. Founded by Mark D. Seem, it was then situated in Stamford, Connecticut. The institute moved to its present location in New York, New York, in 1994. It is the oldest school of acupuncture in the New York area, and is among the three oldest acupuncture institutes in the United States.
Tri-State College of Acupuncture offers a 3-year Master of Science degree in Acupuncture, and a 4-year Master of Science degree in Oriental Medicine. The courses incorporate both the traditional methods as well as the modern approaches. Moreover, students are provided hands-on training, and the benefit of evening and weekend classes.
To help students complete their education, Tri-State College of Acupuncture offers a number of financial assistance programs. Apart from Stafford Loans, TAP Grants, and GradPLUS Loans, eligible students can also apply for the New York State Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships, and G.I. Bill benefits.
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Campus Location80 Eighth Ave Rm 400 New York, NY 10011 USA Main Tel: (212) 242-2255 Web Site The campus is in a large city. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in nutrition and exercise therapy.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- High female/male ratio.
Other important characteristics:
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| Master | 49 | 2 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 162 in 2007-2008 (221 full-time equivalent). graduate students are 100%.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)Financial Aid: Tri-State College Of Acupuncture participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (49 awarded) - Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese/Asian Medicine and Chinese Herbology
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