Your questions about OCOM may be more common than you think. However, if you don't see answers to your particular questions in the categories below, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Interim Director of Graduate Program Admissions, at 503-253-3443 x201.
Curriculum | Accreditation | Graduate Success | Student Life | Financial Aid and Scholarships | Prerequisites | Enrollment Options | Transfers | Veterans | International Students
DACM DEGREE COMPLETION Track | DAOM Program | |
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Curriculum - DACM completion | Curriculum - DAOM | |
What are the expectations of class work or participation outside course times? |
What are the expectations of class work or participation in-between the on-campus modules? |
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What happens if I need to miss an entire or partial part of the on-campus module? |
What happens if I need to miss an entire or partial part of a module? |
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Will extra electives taken in my master's degree count towards transfer credit into the program? |
Will extra electives taken in my master's degree count towards transfer credit into the program? |
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Are the faculty members who are teaching in this track the same as the DACM/MACM or the DAOM program? |
Are the faculty members who are teaching in the DAOM program the same as the DACM/MACM or the DACM completion track? |
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How is the new DACM/MACM different and what are the changes? In other words, do I need the extra classes if I already have a master's degree? OCOM graduates and master's-level students from other Chinese medicine schools may also have the opportunity to apply for the DAOM program. All students must present documentation in the form of an official academic transcript (stating graduation requirements are met from an accredited master's acupuncture program) prior to the first module. |
If I am completing my Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine now, how can I obtain the DAOM degree? |
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If I am completing my Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine now, how can I obtain the DACM degree? |
How does the DACM Completion differ from the current, terminal degree DAOM? |
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How does the DACM differ from the DAOM? |
Will the DACM replace the DAOM program? |
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Will the DACM replace the DAOM program? |
How long is the DAOM program? |
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How long is the program? |
What are the program specialties? |
Accreditation - DACM completion | Accreditation - DAOM | |
Is the DACM Completion track nationally accredited? |
Is the DACM program nationally accredited? |
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What is the benefit of enrolling in a program (DACM completion track) that is not yet nationally accredited? |
Will my degree be recognized in California? |
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Will my degree be recognized in California? |
Will the DAOM program allow me to practice in any state? |
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If the new DACM is not accredited by the time I graduate from the program, will it alter my ability to become a licensed practitioner? In other words, will I be able to take the national licensing exams if I have a DACM degree? |
What does the ACAOM acreditation standard require for herbal studies? |
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Will the DACM completion track allow me to practice in any state? |
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Graduate Success - DACM completion | Graduate Success - DAOM | |
What career benefits would the DACM afford me professionally? What kind of doors would it open? |
What career benefits would the DAOM afford me professionally? What kind of doors would it open? |
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Will I be able to work in hospitals with this degree? |
Will I be able to work in hospitals with this degree? |
Student Life - DACM completion | Student Life - DAOM | |
How do I set up a time to visit the school? |
How do I set up a time to visit the school? |
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Is it possible to sit-in on a class? |
Will I be able to work in hospitals with this degree? |
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What is the average age and background of your students? |
What is the average age and background of your students? |
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Do you have on-campus housing options? College Housing Northwest - http://chnw.org |
Do you have on-campus housing options? College Housing Northwest - http://chnw.org |
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If an unforeseen circumstance arises, is a leave of absence possible? |
If an unforeseen circumstance arises, is a leave of absence possible? |
Financial Aid and Scholarships - DACM completion | Financial Aid and Scholarships - DAOM | |
Does your school offer financial aid and/or scholarships? National financial aid databases to explore: Guide to online graduate programs - gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships Scholarships for first-year graduate students - fastweb.com |
Does your school offer financial aid and/or scholarships? Other national financial aid databases to explore: Guide to online graduate programs - gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships Scholarship search on fastweb.com |
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Do students that have jobs thrive well with the program? |
Do students that see 10 or more patients a week thrive well within the program? |
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What is the cost for the DACM degree completion track? Is it covered by Federal Financial Aid? |
What is the cost for the DAOM program? Is it covered by Federal Financial Aid? Tuition for the DAOM program 2021-2022 academic year is $19,750. DAOM students at OCOM are eligible to apply for Federal Student Loans. Students will be required to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year they are enrolled. OCOM's school code is B07625. For more information about the types of loans and how to apply, visit ocom.edu/admissions/financial-aid, or contact the Director of Financial Aid at 503-253-3443 x108 for more information. |
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How do I learn about and apply for scholarship opportunities? |
How do I learn about and apply for scholarship opportunities? |
Prerequisites - DACM completion | Prerequisites - DAOM | |
Does one need to have studied Chinese herbs in their master's program? If so, to what extent? |
Does one need to have studied Chinese herbs in their master's program? If so, to what extent? |
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Is it required to be licensed in acupuncture and have an active practice? |
Is it required to be licensed in acupuncture and have an active practice? |
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All candidates to the DACM degree completion track must meet the following application and admission requirements:
The Admissions Committee will review applications only when all of the above materials have been received. An in-person, on-campus interview will be scheduled for qualified applicants (exceptions to this interview may be considered in extenuating circumstances). Admission decisions are confirmed within seven business days of the admission interview. Once accepted into the program, the student will be required to make a tuition deposit of $250 to secure a place in the entering class. This deposit is requested within seven business days of acceptance ($50 of this deposit is nonrefundable). |
All candidates to the DAOM program must meet the following application and admission requirements:
The Admissions Committee will review applications only when all of the above materials have been received. An in-person, on-campus interview will be scheduled for qualified applicants (exceptions to this interview may be considered in extenuating circumstances). Admission decisions are confirmed within seven business days of the admission interview. Once accepted into the program, the student will be required to make a tuition deposit of $250 to secure a place in the entering class. This deposit is requested within seven business days of acceptance ($50 of this deposit is nonrefundable). |
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What if my prerequisites were taken more than 10 years ago? |
What if my prerequisites were taken more than 10 years ago? |
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Do you accept credits from a community college? |
Do you accept credits from a community college? |
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Is there a GPA requirement? |
Is there a GPA requirement? |
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Do you accept credits from a massage school? |
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Enrollment Options - DACM completion | Enrollment Options - DAOM | |
Do you have specialty tracks? |
Do you have specialty tracks? |
Transfers - DACM completion | Transfers - DAOM | |
Do you accept transfer credits? |
Do you accept transfer credits? |
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What if my coursework took place outside of the United States or was not accredited by ACAOM? |
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Are there certain times of the year when you accept transfer students? Who should I contact to learn more about the transfer evaluation process? |
Are there certain times of the year when you accept transfer students? Who should I contact to learn more about the transfer evaluation process? |
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What is the cost to have transcripts evaluated? How long does it take? |
What is the cost to have transcripts evaluated? How long does it take? |
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What documents are needed for a transfer evaluation and who completes it?
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What documents are needed for a transfer evaluation and who completes it?
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Veterans - DACM completion | Veterans - DAOM | |
I’m a veteran. Who at OCOM can I contact to talk about using veteran’s benefits to help finance my education? Students with VA Vocational Rehabilitation benefits will provide the Registrar with the appropriate caseworker information and paperwork. The Registrar will submit spreadsheets and invoices (signed and dated by the student; including tuition, fees, books and supplies) to the caseworker for payment. This process occurs each quarter the student is enrolled. For more information on VA benefits, visit their website. |
I’m a veteran. Who at OCOM can I contact to talk about using veteran’s benefits to help finance my education? Students with VA Vocational Rehabilitation benefits will provide the Registrar with the appropriate caseworker information and paperwork. The Registrar will submit spreadsheets and invoices (signed and dated by the student; including tuition, fees, books and supplies) to the caseworker for payment. This process occurs each quarter the student is enrolled. For more information on VA benefits, visit their website. |
International Students - DACM completion | International Students | |
Do you accept international students to your programs? |
Do you accept international students to your programs? OCOM is approved by the U.S. Department of Immigration and Naturalization to grant admission to full-time students. Students who are not educated in the United States must meet the same admissions requirements as U.S.-educated applicants and are encouraged to apply to our programs. |
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What are the application and admissions requirements? Official copies of all academic transcripts from secondary schools. International institutions’ transcripts must be submitted with the appropriate translation and equivalency analysis from a recognized agency such as World Education Services. Visit www.wes.org English language competency is required of all students seeking admission to the program. This may be satisfied by: — Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet based test (iBT), scoring 61 or above, achieving a minimum speaking exam score of 26 and a minimum listening exam score of 22. Visit www.ets.org/toefl — International English Language Testing System (IELTS) result of Band Score of 6 (Competent User). Visit www.ielts.org Show sufficient financial resources to fund educational and living expenses with the following documentation: — Certificate of Finance — Official bank verification of funds (English translation) with Current Exchange rate — Official bank verification of funds (English translation) with Current Exchange rate — Additional $20,000 per year for each dependent (spouse, child) — Copy of passport (front and back, with signature of bearer) for all non-U.S. citizens — Copy of photo page of passport showing picture image, correct spelling of legal name, and date of birth — Copy of visa for all non-U.S. citizens You may obtain more information about the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). Visit www.ice.gov/sevis |
What are the application and admissions requirements?OCOM welcomes international students to apply for admission to the DAOM program. In addition to all the standard application information and documentation, international students must also meet and submit additional documentation requirements. Official copies of all academic transcripts from secondary schools. International institutions’ transcripts must be submitted with the appropriate translation and equivalency analysis from a recognized agency such as World Education Services. Visit www.wes.org English language competency is required of all students seeking admission to the program. This may be satisfied by: — Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet based test (iBT), scoring 61 or above, achieving a minimum speaking exam score of 26 and a minimum listening exam score of 22. Visit www.ets.org/toefl — International English Language Testing System (IELTS) result of Band Score of 6 (Competent User). Visit www.ielts.org Show sufficient financial resources to fund educational and living expenses with the following documentation: — Certificate of Finance — Official bank verification of funds (English translation) with Current Exchange rate Minimum of $40,000 for the first year of the two-year program. Each year, an international student needs to show proof of funds for the continuing year before the beginning of each new school year. Additional $20,000 per year for each dependent (spouse, child) Copy of passport (front and back, with signature of bearer) for all non-U.S. citizens Copy of photo page of passport showing picture image, correct spelling of legal name, and date of birth Copy of visa for all non-U.S. citizens You may obtain more information about the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). Visit www.ice.gov/sevis |
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How long will it take to receive my I-20? |
How long will it take to receive my I-20? |
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Do you offer financial aid or scholarships to international students? |
Do you offer financial aid or scholarships to international students? |
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I have a spouse and a child that I will be bringing into the U.S. with me. What do I need to do to get them visas? Fee information: https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/study-exchange/student.html Regulations for students and schools: https://www.ice.gov/sevis/schools/reg#2141 Links to SEVIS fact sheets: https://www.ice.gov/sevis/factsheets |
I have a spouse and a child that I will be bringing into the U.S. with me. What do I need to do to get them visas? Fee information: https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/study-exchange/student.html Regulations for students and schools: https://www.ice.gov/sevis/schools/reg#2141 Links to SEVIS fact sheets: https://www.ice.gov/sevis/factsheets |
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I have a partner that will be living with me while I attend OCOM. Can my partner be issued an F-2 dependent visa? |
I have a partner that will be living with me while I attend OCOM. Can my partner be issued an F-2 dependent visa? |
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As an international student, am I allowed to work while going to your school? If you are seeking off-campus employment, there are specific rules and procedures for the F-1 visa that must be followed. Students must make an appointment with OCOM’s designated school official (DSO) to determine whether you are eligible for employment. In general, an international student must show adequate financing to cover all expenses — tuition, fees, books, supplies, and living expenses — before the F-1 is issued. |
As an international student, am I allowed to work while going to your school? OCOM only offers on-campus federal work-study positions available to students. International students are not eligible for such federal funding. If you are seeking off-campus employment, there are specific rules and procedures for the F-1 visa that must be followed. Students must make an appointment with OCOM’s designated school official (DSO) to determine whether you are eligible for employment. In general, an international student must show adequate financing to cover all expenses — tuition, fees, books, supplies, and living expenses — before the F-1 is issued. |
For more information about OCOM, our DAOM program, or the DACM degree completion track, contact Anna Grace, Director of Graduate Program Admissions at 503-253-3443 x201.
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