Master of Science in Acupuncture

The Master of Science in Acupuncture degree program's goal is to provide acupuncture and TCM training consistent with the developing traditions on Asia and the growing modern health care system in the United States.

Having an opportunity to work alone and in conjunction with other health care practitioners in the Health Sciences Center, the students will be able to integrate the care of patients with other health care providers. Thus, the student gains a real world advantage before entering private practice. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the most respected healing professions around the globe. It serves a quarter of the world's population and has increased in public acceptance in the United States and Europe as the fastest growing complementary health care field. Chinese medicine has gained this respect by being both the most ancient written form of medical therapy known and a form of medicine with excellent clinical results.

Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent (120 completed semester hours) from an accredited institution or recognized international institution.

You must demonstrate English language proficiency in one of the ways listed below. If you cannot demonstrate English language competency in one of these ways prior to registration, you will be given the University English Language Assessment Battery (ELAB) test upon arrival. If you pass at a satisfactory level, you may be able to begin academic classes.

• Proof of completion of Advanced Level at the University’s English Language Institute (ELI)
• Attainment of a satisfactory score on the University of Bridgeport’s English Language Assessment Battery (ELAB)
• A minimum TOEFL score of 80 (IBT) for graduates (post-graduates)
• A minimum IELTS Band score of 6.5 for graduates (post-graduates)
• A minimum Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 58 for graduates (post-graduates)
• A minimum Duolingo English Test score of 95 for graduates
• A grade of “C” or better from an accredited American university for one semester of college English Composition
• An official letter certifying completion of ELS (English Language Services) Level 112
• An official “O” level or “A” level Certificate indicating a grade of “C” or better in English
• An EIKEN score of Grade Pre-1 or above for graduates
• A score of 4 or better on the “English A” Higher Level examination in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program
• WAEC, WASSE, CXC, etc. – Score of “C” or better on English Language exam

Deadline:

We review applications on a rolling basis for a fall start term only. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a completed application and all supporting materials by July 15th for priority consideration.

Spring deadline: December 1st

Summer deadline: April 15th