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Why learn at CCMU?
- CCMU is accredited by ACAHM, the Colorado Commission on Higher Education, and the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE). CCMU is also a member of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies, an organization accredited by UNESCO for helping to preserve the cultural heritage of traditional Chinese medicine.
- Over 2021-2024, CCMU graduates on average met or exceeded national averages for NCBAHM pass rate for all board exams focused on Chinese medicine.
- CCMU has a strong emphasis on keeping an optimal student-to-professor ratio via small classes. This helps ensure more personalized instruction and feedback.
- CCMU provides hands-on, practical instruction in traditional Chinese medicine via in-person courses to help you develop proper technique and understanding.
- CCMU strives to provide highly competitive tuition rates and can accept FAFSA or other forms of federal student aid, including VA benefits.
- CCMU’s flexible enrollment schedule and range of programs can allow students to graduate with a Master’s of Acupuncture degree in as little as 2.5 years or work at their own pace to balance financial and personal responsibilities.
- CCMU is one of three schools in the United States to offer all five programs accredited by the ACAHM.
What makes a CCMU education stand out?
- An education at CCMU is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, stemming from the more than 2000-year-old scientific practice originating in China.
- CCMU’s curriculum is first and foremost focused on giving students the skills to produce positive clinical outcomes. Our mission is training every student into a skilled and compassionate professional.
- CCMU students receive instruction not only on acupuncture, but also in techniques such as tai ji, medical qigong, gua sha, cupping, and moxibustion. This can help graduates stand out in clinical practice and provide them a wider range of modalities for treatment.
- CCMU has one of the most extensive herbal medicine programs in the Front Range region, with an on-site pharmacy which stocks over 400 raw dried herbs, along with a selection of herb pills and powders and premade patent medicines.
- CCMU provides both traditional practical doctorate paths as well as our advanced DAOM program. The DAOM program focuses on a distinctive curriculum providing improved clinical effectiveness and a better understanding the underlying theory of classical Chinese medicine which informs modern practice.
What makes CCMU stand out?
- CCMU has a dedicated campus in the heart of Denver’s Cheesman Park neighborhood within walking distance of a coffee shop and numerous amenities.
- Along with its on-site herbal clinic, CCMU has an extensive on-site library covering both traditional Chinese medicine, allopathic medicine, and other integrative disciplines.
- As part of CCMU’s charitable commitments, our student clinic is non-profit; first responders and members of the community have access to inexpensive and occasionally free care via clinical appointments and events.
- CCMU has a firm commitment to research, including maintaining our own institutional review board. Our faculty and researchers have participated in collaborative research involving organizations such as the RAND Corporation and NIH.
Why study in Denver?
- Despite its size, Denver generally provides a significantly lower cost of living relative to major metropolitan areas like New York City, Los Angeles, or San Francisco. In 2026, Denver rent actually decreased year-over-year by nearly double the national median rate according to Realtor.com
- Denver combines natural beauty and easy access to outdoor recreation with vibrant arts and culture and big city comforts, as well as providing a welcoming and inclusive community.
- Denver International Airport has non-stop flights to over 235 destinations in 20 countries, making it easy to visit out-of-state family no matter where you are from.
