Pacific College of Health and Science

New York, New York, United States · Est. 1986 · Private For-profit

Holistic and integrative medicine education leader since 1986, specializing in acupuncture, nursing, and massage therapy.

  • Founded 1986 in San Diego; rebranded as Pacific College of Health and Science in January 2020
  • Private for-profit institution with ~1,200 students (75% full-time, 25% part-time)
  • Three physical campuses: San Diego, New York, Chicago; plus online programs
  • Largest school of Chinese medicine in the US with 200+ faculty across campuses
  • Accredited by WASC, ACAHM, ACEN, and AHNCC; operates 50,000+ patient treatments annually
  • Programs in acupuncture/Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, and holistic nursing

Academics

Pacific College offers degree and certificate programs in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, and holistic nursing at the undergraduate, master's, and doctorate levels. The curriculum integrates Eastern and Western healthcare approaches with clinical training components. Programs are available on-campus at three locations and online, with flexible scheduling including self-paced and live options across multiple time zones. The college emphasizes preventative, patient-centered medicine grounded in traditional Chinese medicine principles.

Campuses & Facilities

The New York campus (110 William Street, 19th floor) occupies 42,000 square feet near Wall Street and Chinatown, with classrooms, clinic rooms, and an on-site acupuncture and massage clinic. The San Diego campus (7445 Mission Valley Road) spans 38,000 square feet with a professional clinic featuring 30 treatment beds, herbal dispensary, library, and meditation spaces. The Chicago campus (230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 900) relocated in 2025 to downtown Chicago. All campuses include clinical facilities serving the local community.

Admissions & Support

The college welcomes transfer students, military and veterans, and international students. Financial aid and scholarships are available. Admissions pathways include regular decision and transfer admission. The college provides a Net Price Calculator and loan counseling services to prospective students.

Community & Outcomes

Pacific College operates an extensive alumni network (PCAN) and treats over 50,000 patients annually through campus clinics and partnerships with institutions like UC San Diego Health Center and the New York Harm Reduction Clinic. The college hosts the annual Pacific Symposium for continuing education and innovation in traditional medicine. Alumni are sought after as practitioners and educators in the US and internationally.

Founded
1986
Type
Private For-profit
Courses
9
Total intake
Not yet verified
Websitehttps://www.pacificcollege.edu/
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
9
Avg career outcomes
$26.2K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources