Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences—Acupuncture Pathway
School of Arts and SciencesEarn a combined Bachelor of Science in Health Science and a Masters of Acupuncture or Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine in this accelerated program.
Lead Change in Integrative Medicine
Your Three-Year MCPHS Journey
Spend the first three years at MCPHS–Boston before transitioning to our Worcester campus where you will work with our highly skilled faculty, learning to stimulate energy through acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.
First-Year Experience
- study anatomy and physiology, basic chemistry, algebra, trigonometry, and attend associated labs
- participate in a health sciences seminar
- explore human psychology and expository writing
Second-Year Experience
- gain an understanding of human development, health psychology, and health promotion
- learn about American culture and identity and how they impact public health and policy
- study medical microbiology and statistics
Third-Year Experience
- explore healthcare ethics, healthcare informatics, healthcare delivery, and writing for health science professionals
- study cell and molecular biology and research analysis and methods
- complete health sciences electives
The remaining credits to earn the BS degree will be completed within the first year of the Master of Acupuncture or Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine pathways.
Acupuncture Integrates Eastern and Western Medicine
Treat Acute and Chronic Pain without Medication
As a leader in integrative medicine, you will improve lives and help change perspectives on the very nature of healthcare.
MCPHS Community Voices
The lived experiences of MCPHS students, partners, and faculty tell an eloquent story. They illustrate just how our student-centered, teaching-first approach keeps us in the top tier of the country’s “most transformative colleges.” (Money magazine 2020).
Katie Walker
| MS, MAOM, Lic. Ac., Dipl. OM“I found acupuncture fascinating because the needles are merely tools to facilitate and enhance the complex physiological and biological processes that our body already knows to do to heal itself. The possibilities for treating all sorts of disease are endless.”
MCPHS Health Sciences Students Pursue Internships at World-Class Institutions
Additional Options for Degrees in Health Sciences
In addition to the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences—Acupuncture Pathway, we offer six other degrees—including graduate programs—covering general studies as well as training in specific disciplines.
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
Full-time, four-year program at our Boston campus. Choose among three tracks: general, health education, or healthcare management.
Bachelor of Science in Health Science — Occupational Therapy Pathway (BS/MSOT)
Five-year, full-time program on the Boston and Manchester campuses.
Bachelor of Science in Health Science — Physical Therapy Pathway (BS/DPT)
Spend the first three years at MCPHS-Boston before transitioning to our Worcester campus for the duration of the program.
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences — Degree Completion
Study full time or part time and choose a concentration in public health or health education.
Master of Science in Health Sciences
Complete this part-time online program in as little as two years.
Doctor of Health Sciences
Complete this part-time online program in as little as nine semesters.