Admissions

New York College of Health Professions is committed to recruiting highly qualified and motivated candidates for its holistic health programs in massage therapy, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine. Located in Syosset on Long Island, the College values a diverse and supportive student community, welcoming individuals from a wide range of cultural and professional backgrounds.

The admissions process evaluates academic strength, communication skills, maturity, and a demonstrated commitment to the principles of holistic health and integrative medicine.

Academic Requirements

School of Massage Therapy

High school diploma or equivalency certificate with a minimum GPA of 2.0. A high school diploma or equivalency is also required to sit for the New York State Massage Therapy Licensing Examination.

Graduate School of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

Minimum of 60 undergraduate trimester credits (2.5 GPA or higher) from an institution accredited by a U.S. Secretary of Education–recognized agency, including at least 9 credits in the biosciences.

Enrollment Start Dates

New York College of Health Professions accepts applications year-round. The College operates on a trimester system with three enrollment start dates per calendar year:

Spring Trimester

Starts early January

Summer Trimester

Starts early May

Fall Trimester

Starts late August

Required Documentation

Applicants to all programs must submit the following materials prior to the start of their first trimester:

✓ Completed application for admissions and personal essay

✓ Official high school and/or college transcripts

✓ Recent physical examination record

✓ Proof of immunization — two doses of the MMR vaccine, as required by the New York State Department of Health

✓ Meningococcal meningitis vaccination response form

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International Applicants

If you are applying from outside the United States or require an F-1 student visa, contact the Office of International Students for complete admissions requirements, including English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS), credential evaluation, and financial documentation.

Phone: (516) 964-6003 | Toll-Free: 1-800-922-7337 ext. 613

For Chinese-speaking applicants, scan the QR code at the bottom of this page to add our WeCom account.
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Tuition

New York College of Health Professions offers the lowest tuition — both undergraduate and graduate — of any nonprofit, private, institutionally accredited college of its kind in the tri-state area. Whether you are pursuing a career in massage therapy, acupuncture, or Chinese herbal medicine, our programs are designed to be accessible without compromising academic quality. More detailed information is available in the current College Catalog or by contacting the Admissions Office or Bursar Office.

Undergraduate

$450

per credit

Graduate

$545

per credit

Fees

Tuition is charged per credit for each course. All fees listed below are non-refundable.

Description Fee

Application Fee (Domestic) $45

Application & Processing Fee (International) $1,000

Registration Fee (per trimester) $25

Liability Insurance Fee (per trimester) $30

Clinic Fee — MT Clinic 1 / GSOM Grand Rounds through Clinic 4 (per trimester) $100

Lab Fee — HS 114, HS 115, EL 104, CH 303, CH 304, CH 401 $75

Acupuncture / Oriental Medicine Clinic Kit (AC 411) $450

Graduation Fee $100

Challenge Exam Fee — Prior Learning (per course) $325

Installment Plan Fee $50

Late Payment Fee $50

Add/Drop Fee (once the trimester begins) $35

Late Registration Fee $250

Official Transcript Fee $10

Returned Check Fee $50

College ID Replacement Fee $25

Replacement / Duplicate Diploma Fee $45

Make-up Exam Fee $75

To estimate your total program cost, refer to the course of study for your program under the Academics section. Credit loads vary by trimester and enrollment status (full-time or part-time). For billing questions, contact the Bursar Office at (516) 964-6009.

Contact Us

Admissions Office

(516) 964-6007 | Toll-Free: 1-800-922-7337 ext. 501

Office of International Students

(516) 964-6003 | Toll-Free: 1-800-922-7337 ext. 613

Bursar Office

(516) 964-6009 | Toll-Free: 1-800-922-7337 ext. 505

The College reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time. Registered students will receive prior notice. Consult the current catalog for the most up-to-date information.