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Pacific College of Health and Science
TypePrivate for-profit college
Established1986
AccreditationWASC
ACAHM
ACEN
AHNCC
PresidentMalcolm Youngren
Academic staff
200 over three campuses
Administrative staff
105 over three campuses
Students1,200 average
75% full-time
25% part-time
Location
San Diego
New York
Chicago
ColorsBlue and white   
NicknamePCHS, Pacific College
WebsitePacificCollege.edu

The Pacific College of Health and Science[1] is a private for-profit institution focused on traditional medicine and integrative health science education. Founded in 1986, it was originally known as Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.[2] The college's main campus is located in New York.[3]

History

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The Pacific College of Health and Science was established in 1986 in San Diego, California, following the closure of the California Acupuncture College (CAC). Its founder, Jack Miller,[4] alongside a small group of administrators and faculty, including Joseph Lazzaro, Richard Gold, Ana de Vedia, and Alex Tiberi, sought to continue the mission of teaching traditional Oriental medicine.[5] The college initially offered certificates in traditional Oriental medicine and massage therapy.

In 1989, the college hosted the first Pacific Symposium, which later became an annual event focused on education and innovation in Oriental medicine. In 1990 it was accredited by California state to offer a master’s degree in traditional Oriental medicine. In 1993 it opened a campus in New York City’s Flatiron District in response to new state regulations governing acupuncture schools.[6] To comply with state naming conventions, the campus was initially called the Pacific Institute of Oriental Medicine but later adopted the Pacific College name. In 2000 it established a third campus in Chicago, Illinois.

In January 2020, the institution rebranded itself as the Pacific College of Health and Science.[7] New name was an effort to align with broader healthcare fields, such as nursing, massage therapy, and cannabis-based medical education.[8]

Campuses

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Pacific College of Health and Science operates three campuses in the United States. The campuses are located in San Diego, California, New York City, New York, and Chicago, Illinois.

New York

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In January 2014, the New York campus relocated to 110 William Street. The facility includes approximately 42,000 square feet of space with additional classrooms, clinic rooms, and faculty areas.[9][10] The New York campus is situated near Wall Street, Battery Park, and Chinatown. The area includes a mix of residential and commercial populations. The on-site clinic has acupuncture and massage services at reduced rates and has served various local groups, including individuals affected by regional disasters such as the September 11 attacks and Hurricane Sandy.[citation needed] The campus provides academic programs in traditional and integrative medicine.

San Diego

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The San Diego campus of Pacific College of Health and Science is located in the Mission Valley District. The campus occupies approximately 38,000 square feet and includes classrooms, student common areas, group study spaces, and a room designated for meditation and massage practice. It also contains a library with materials related to traditional East Asian medicine, including publications by Ted Kaptchuk.[11] The campus includes a professional clinic with 30 treatment beds and an herbal dispensary. Clinical training is included as part of the program.[12]

Chicago

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In 2025, the Pacific College of Health and Science's Chicago campus relocated to 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 900, in downtown Chicago. The facility includes classrooms and student areas within a larger office building. The building, part of a multi-tenant office complex, underwent renovations prior to the move.

Online

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Pacific College of Health and Science has an online campus that provides education in holistic and integrative medicine. The curriculum includes Chinese medicine, integrative health, medical cannabis certification,[13][14] and holistic nursing.[15]

Academics

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Pacific College of Health and Science programs include massage therapy, holistic nursing, and medical cannabis education. The curriculum has elements of both Eastern and Western healthcare approaches, with clinical training with theoretical instruction. The college also offers advanced certificates and degree programs.

Accreditation and Licensure

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Pacific College of Health and Science is accredited by several organizations. These include the WASC Senior College and University Commission,[16][17] the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM),[18] the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing[19] (ACEN), and the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC). The college is also licensed to grant degrees by the appropriate state authorities.

References

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  1. ^ "Acupuncture Today Digital Issue". www.acupuncturetoday.com. Retrieved October 11, 2021.[dead link]
  2. ^ "Eigen X Case Study- Pacific College of Oriental Medicine". Eigen X. March 15, 2022. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  3. ^ "PACIFIC COLLEGE OF HEALTH & SCIENCE | NYSED Data Site". data.nysed.gov. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  4. ^ "Pacific College of Health and Science Names President Jack Miller Board of Trustees Chair". markets.businessinsider.com. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  5. ^ Editorial Staff. "Pacific College: Building the Future of Oriental Medicine | Acupuncture Today". acupuncturetoday.com. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  6. ^ ACE (June 29, 2018). "Top 10 Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Schools in the U.S." Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  7. ^ "A Name Change for PCOM: Pacific College Is Now Pacific College of Health and Science". January 2020.
  8. ^ "Pacific College of Health and Science | Data USA". datausa.io. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  9. ^ "Development of Chinese Medicine Education in the United States: Two Examples of Pacific College of Health and Science New York and Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine". Chinese Medicine and Culture.
  10. ^ "Acupuncture | Columbia Health". www.health.columbia.edu. Retrieved April 9, 2025.
  11. ^ "School Profile | College Scorecard". collegescorecard.ed.gov. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  12. ^ Union-Tribune, Gary Warth | The San Diego (April 8, 2019). "Acupuncture for homeless offered in free clinics". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  13. ^ Science, Pacific College of Health and. "Pacific College of Health and Science Announces New Master of Science in Medical Cannabis Therapeutics Program". www.prweb.com. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  14. ^ Release, Press (October 10, 2019). "Pacific College and Oaksterdam University offer first cannabis certificate for healthcare professionals". Greenway Magazine. Retrieved April 9, 2025.
  15. ^ Science, Pacific College of Health and. "American Holistic Nurses Association Selects Pacific College of Health and Science For Excellence in Holistic Nursing Education Award". www.prweb.com. Retrieved April 4, 2025.
  16. ^ "Pacific College of Health and Science". www.wscuc.org.
  17. ^ "Statement of Accreditation Status Pacific College of Health and Science". www.wscuc.org.
  18. ^ "Directory of ACAOM Accredited and Pre-accredited Programs/Institutions – ACAOM".
  19. ^ "Pacific College of Health and Science - Accreditation Information".
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