Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems (Doctoral Degree) at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$36,502

Est. from national median (5 programs)

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (9 total in state)

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School	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Yo San University of Traditional Chinese MedicineLos Angeles	$36,502*	—	—	—
Five Branches UniversitySanta Cruz	$33,370*	—	—	—
California Institute of Integral StudiesSan Francisco	$26,308*	—	—	—
National Median	$36,502*	—	—	—

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with alternative and complementary medicine and medical systems graduates

Acupuncturists

Diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by stimulating specific acupuncture points within the body using acupuncture needles. May also use cups, nutritional supplements, therapeutic massage, acupressure, and other alternative health therapies.

Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other

All healthcare diagnosing or treating practitioners not listed separately.

Naturopathic Physicians

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases using a system of practice that is based on the natural healing capacity of individuals. May use physiological, psychological or mechanical methods. May also use natural medicines, prescription or legend drugs, foods, herbs, or other natural remedies.

Orthoptists

Diagnose and treat visual system disorders such as binocular vision and eye movement impairments.

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other

All healthcare practitioners and technical workers not listed separately.

Midwives

Provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 5 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.