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DAc & MAc Programs

DAc & MAc Programs

Cost & Financial Aid

An Investment in Yourself and Your Career

We understand that furthering your education requires a significant investment of time, energy and resources. And, deciding how to fund your education involves solid information and careful planning. We are committed to helping you explore the financing options available to make the best investment in yourself and your career.

The Financial Aid Office exists to help students efficiently secure the best funding to achieve their degrees. Please refer to Financial Aid for detailed information on the loans and scholarships available.

Doctoral & Master's of Acupuncture DAc & MAc

CategoryUnitsHoursPer Unit Rate ($)Hours per UnitHourly Rate ($)Line Total ($)
Academic121.51822.5$31815$21.20$38,637
Clinic27.5825$63630$21.20$17,490
TOTAL1492647.5$56,127

Fees (All Programs)

Application Fee (all prospective students)$100
International Students Application Fee$395
International Students Processing Fee$295
Student Council Fee$25 / Term
Student Activities Fee$50 / Term
Student Tuition Recovery Fund (as of 4/1/2024)$0.00 per $1,000 Subtotal
Herbology Kit I, II, III$45 / Kit
Credit Card Payments Processing Fee3%
Installment Fee$25 / Installment
Registration Fee$0
Late Fee$30 / Month
Official Transcript$15
Copy of Diploma$50
Make-up Exam (Quiz, Midterm, Final)$25, $50, $75
Challenge Exam30% Course Tuition
Transfer Course Fee15% Course Tuition / $500 Cap
Drop Fee$50 per Course, after 1st wk
Clinic Makeup Fee$32
Grade Change Fee$45
Program Application Fee (Non-Refundable)$100
International Externship Fee$575
Malpractice Insurance (Mandatory)$30 / Term

Tuition Payment

Registration occurs three times per year. Students pay for the total number of units they register for each trimester, which is due on the 15th of the first month of the term, and is considered past due on the last day of the first month of the term. If you are unable to pay in full at registration, or prior to the past due date, an extended payment plan can be arranged. Installment fees are charged for this service. 

The assigning of credit for all courses and clinical training occurs only after all financial obligations have been met. Five Branches University reserves the right to change tuition and fees as necessary.

Refund Policy

You have the right to cancel your contract for enrollment (withdraw from the program) and obtain a refund of charges paid through attendance at the first class, or the seventh calendar day after enrollment, whichever is later. To do so you must submit a Withdrawal Form to the Registrar’s Office by the stipulated deadline. If you are unable to do so, a letter, e-mail or fax addressed to the Registrar with your signature stating cancellation of enrollment will be accepted.

If you choose to cancel your contract after seven business days have lapsed, a prorated tuition will be refunded based on the unused percentage of class time remaining. Please refer to the Student Handbook or Enrollment Agreement for detailed information on the Five Branches University refund policy.