The Virginia University of Integrative Medicine is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and to grant degrees for the following programs:

• Master of Science in Acupuncture (English, Korean, Chinese)

• Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (English, Korean, Chinese)

• Doctor of Acupuncture

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

• Graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine

The Virginia University of Integrative Medicine is approved for Initial Licensure by the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education for the State of New Jersey.  The following programs have been approved to be offered:

• Master of Science in Acupuncture (English, Korean, Chinese)

• Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (English, Korean, Chinese)

• Doctor of Acupuncture

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

The Virginia University of Integrative Medicine is authorized by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission in Georgia. The programs below are approved to be offered:

• Master of Science in Acupuncture (English, Korean, Chinese)

• Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (English, Korean, Chinese)

• Doctor of Acupuncture

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

• Graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine

The Virginia University of Integrative Medicine is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), allowing us to enroll international students on F-1 visas. This certification means that VUIM meets the necessary standards to support international students throughout their education, including visa documentation through the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). 

If you’re applying from abroad, this accreditation ensures that you can legally study in the U.S. while benefiting from our high-quality acupuncture and herbal medicine programs. For details on obtaining an F-1 visa and SEVIS requirements, visit the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) website.

The Virginia University of Integrative Medicine and its following programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM):

• Master of Acupuncture (offered in English, Mandarin, and Korean)

• Master of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (offered in English, Mandarin, and Korean)

• Doctor of Acupuncture (including a Doctor of Acupuncture degree completion track)

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (including a Doctor of Acupuncture with a Chinese herbal medicine specialization degree completion track)

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

• Graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine

The programs listed above may offer courses via distance education.

ACAHM does not accredit any programs at the undergraduate/bachelor level.

Virginia University of Integrative Medicine has voluntarily ceased enrolling students in its advanced practice Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine program and has instituted an ACAHM-approved teach-out plan for all currently enrolled students. During the teach-out period, the program maintains the current accredited status.

Accreditation status and notes may be viewed on the ACAHM Directory.

ACAHM is recognized by the United States Department of Education as the specialized accreditation agency for institutions/programs preparing acupuncture practitioners. ACAHM is located at 500 Lake Street, Suite 204, Excelsior, Minnesota 55331; phone 952/212-2434; https://acahm.org

Public Disclosure Statement Effective as of 12 February 2025

As a participating institution in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA), VUIM adheres to established national standards for offering postsecondary distance education across state lines. 

This participation ensures that our online and distance education programs meet consistent quality and consumer protection standards, facilitating greater access and affordability for students nationwide. For more information about NC-SARA and its benefits, please visit their official website at https://nc-sara.org/.

Virginia University of Integrative Medicine:

• Is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code.

• Is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and to grant degrees for the following programs:

  • Master of Science in Acupuncture (English, Korean, Chinese)

  • Master of Science in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (English, Korean, Chinese)

  • Doctor of Acupuncture

  • Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

  • Graduate Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine

• Maintains records of all submitted formal complaints according to the records retention policy. If the reporting student or any other affected party remains displeased with the outcome, an appeal may always be made to the appropriate individual state and/or accreditation authority listed below:

  • State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV)

    • James Monroe Building, 10th Floor 101 North Fourteenth Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 Tel: (804) 225-2600; Fax: (804) 225-2604; Website: www.schev.edu

  • US Department of Veterans Affairs

    • The Virginia State Approving Agency (SAA) is the approving authority of education and training programs for Virginia. Our office investigates complaints of GI Bill® beneficiaries. While most complaints should initially follow the school grievance policy, if the situation cannot be resolved as the school, the beneficiary should contact our office via email – saa@dvs.virginia.gov

  • Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM)

    • 500 Lake Street, Suite 204 Excelsior, Minnesota 55331 Tel: (952) 212-2434; Fax: 952/657-7068

    • Website: www.ACAHM.org

  • Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC)

    • In the event a student is not able to satisfactorily resolve issues with the university using VUIM's complaint and appeals channels, and the student wishes to file a complaint, the Georgia Office of Inspector General is designated as the state agency responsible for receiving such complaints.

    • Students may contact:  Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission 2082 East Exchange Place Suite 220 21 TUCKER, GA 30084 Phone: (770) 414-3300 Fax: (770) 414-3309

    • https://gnpec.georgia.gov/student-resources/complaints-against-institution

  • New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE)

    • If you reside in a state outside of one of our three campus locations (Virginia, New Jersey, and Georgia), and have a complaint that you feel has not been resolved through the university grievance procedures, you may file a complaint with the state in which you reside. In compliance with the Federal Department of Education regulations, we are providing the list of all state agencies with contact information:

    • Student Complaint Information by State, also available in PDF format.

    • Office of the Secretary of Higher Education ATTN: Complaints P.O. Box 542 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0542 NJ Complaint Form