National College of Natural Medicine (NCNM) was founded as a college of naturopathic medicine and is the oldest programmatically accredited naturopathic medical school in North America. For over fifty years, NCNM has preserved the classical modalities of naturopathy and today has over 1500 alumni who practice in nearly every state and Canadian province as well as in many foreign countries. Over 50% of the licensed naturopathic physicians practicing in the United States are graduates of NCNM. NCNM currently offers a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. It also has a nationally certified graduate medical education program providing residencies for naturopathic physicians. The feasibility of additional advanced degree programs is presently being studied in Oriental Medicine, Natural Obstetrics, and Homeopathy, as are dual-degree programs with other higher education institutions. NCNM offers two graduate professional degrees in accredited and recognized programs that prepare students for licensed practice in many states and provinces: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, a four-year program of clinical sciences and holistic methods of healing and disease prevention, instilled with the ancient principle of the healing power of nature, and Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, a four-year program that delves deeply into thousands of years of classical Chinese methods of diagnostics and healing, using herbs, acupuncture, bodywork and therapeutic exercise.

It is the mission of the National College of Natural Medicine to establish and maintain the global standards of excellence in graduate education and research in the natural health sciences.

Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest city of Portland, Oregon, the main campus sits on the edge of downtown with easy access to public transportation (all students and staff receive a free pass). The College operates two large teaching clinics and more than thirteen other community clinics throughout the city and region. The First Avenue Natural Health Center is the primary location for the ND clinical program. The Pettygrove Classical Chinese Medicine Clinic provides primary clinical training for the MSOM program. The First Avenue Naturopathic Medicine Clinic teaching clinic provides patients with prevention and treatment plans from licensed naturopathic doctors working with students to address the needs of the patient as a whole being. Our naturopathic clinics offer a unique opportunity for the patient to learn along with the students about his or her own body and illness. Patients come away from their experience feeling empowered in their journey toward health. As primary care physicians, the clinic's naturopathic doctors and students diagnose and treat the full-spectrum of chronic and acute conditions that may concern you. Because they address the whole person and seek out causes of symptoms and conditions, naturopathic doctors offer an effective array of approaches and treatments for otherwise complicated health problems. The Pettygrove Classical Chinese Medicine Clinic is one of the nation's first classical Chinese medicine teaching clinics, offering workshops, qigong, acupuncture, shiatsu massage and retail sales of Chinese herbs and medicines. The clinic includes an extensive Chinese medicinary, private offices, and conference and exercise class spaces. The program is based on the medical tapestry of China during the last 2,500 years, particularly the prescription of herbal formulas, the practice of therapeutic exercises, and the application of acupuncture, moxibustion, and traditional bodywork techniques. The NCNM oriental medicine clinic highlights how classical Chinese medicine brings the legacy of an independent medical system into modern Western practices.

Our faculty not only bring excellent academic credentials to the medical school; they also reflect a breadth of experience that gives depth and creative energy to their teaching. The combination of thorough theoretical training and practical experience presents a rich academic resource for our natural medicine students.

Although on-campus housing is not available, NCNM is located near residential areas with ample rentals at reasonable rates. Students may contact the Student Services Office for additional information.

Social Activities (Clubs & Organizations) Action Potential - Public Speaking Group American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Applied Kinesiology Club Ayurveda Club Community Food Groups Cultural Awareness Association Gynecology Club Herb Garden Group Medical Spanish Club National Political Action Committee Naturopathic Medical Student Association NDi - Naturopathic Doctors International Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians Oregon College of Oriental Medicine Liaison Oregon Health Sciences University Liaison PALS - Presidential Ambassador Leadership Society Physicians for Social Responsibility Student Government Association Student Naturopath Newspaper Traditional Naturopathic Student Association Qigong Group Western States Chiropractic College Liaison Yoga Group Sports Offered/Athletic Associations • NCNM Dragon Boat Team • NCNM Community Soccer Team • NCNM Ultimate Frisbee Group

ND Program ND per credit $275 Four-year full-time $19,698 Five-year full-time $16,061 per year ND 2007 Summer tuition $273 per credit Continuing ND student Summer track rate $1,638 MSOM Program MSOM per credit $275 Four-year full-time $16,005 MSOM three-year full-time $9,148 per year MSOM 2007 Summer tuition $273 per credit Continuing ND student Summer track rate $1,638

Admission Criteria and Procedures Students who wish to apply must complete the application form along with $75US nonrefundable application fee. As part of the application package, students must include official sealed college transcripts for all college and university coursework; catalog course descriptions for all courses that qualify as science prerequisites; two letters of recommendation, one from a college or university faculty member, and one from a professional, preferably in a health-related field; a one-page chronological resume of work, educational, and volunteer experience with references and phone numbers; a Verification of Student Conduct Form mailed or faxed directly to the NCNM Office of Admissions from every college and university attended; signed Criminal Disclosure and Information Consent form; and signed Technical Standards statement. Applicants who meet the requirements will be invited to an on-campus interview. Telephone interviews are normally not granted, but may be considered under extenuating circumstances. The interview allows students to visit the College and decide if it is a good fit. Application requirements for International applicants include the requirements outlined above as well as an international student Certificate of Finance. This satisfies visa application requirements by verifying adequate financial resources to cover the anticipated period of study. If English is a second language, submit official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). NCNM requires a score of 550 on the written exam or 213 on the computer exam. International applicants must submit all non-U.S. accredited transcripts for translation and evaluation to an approved evaluation service. Transcripts from accredited Canadian colleges and universities are generally exempt from this requirement. NCNM reserves the right to require outside evaluation in certain cases. Transcripts in French must be submitted for translation to one of the services above. Admissions at a Glance Transfer Students Accepted: Yes International Students Accepted: Yes Deadline: February 1st Admissions Process: Rolling as space permits Deadline (International): February 1st Entrance Semester: Fall Preferred Tests: TOEFL Minimum Test Scores: TOEFL 550 (pbt), 213 (cbt), or 79 (ibt) Notification of Admission for Fall Term: Rolling Acceptance of Admission: Rolling