Expenses and Fees

Books and Supplies

The total cost of books for the Acupuncture Program is approximately $1,200 and the cost of books for the Oriental Medicine Program is approximately $1,750. A set of sample herbs (not mandatory) in the Oriental Medicine program cost $150. The cost of acupuncture supplies purchased during the education in either program is approximately $500. Per national averages, typical twelve month room and board costs are $9,780 and transportation costs are $1,428.

Library Fees

There is no fee to use the school reference library. In addition to textbooks, it also contains journals and magazines, plus a special collection of research documents and papers. Students who wish to borrow books for up to two weeks during the term must have a current student I.D. card or internship badge. There is a daily overdue library fee. All books must be returned by the last day of the term for inventory and cataloging, otherwise, the borrower is responsible for 150% of the retail price of the book. A library brochure contains specific information for students about library services.

Student Malpractice Insurance

Malpractice insurance is provided for all students enrolled at the Midwest College until the date of graduation. Students are covered in class and clinic under the Midwest College's institutional malpractice policy.