California Institute of Integral Studies Rankings by Salary Score™

I had high hopes for CIIS when I first enrolled in 2015. But unfortunately the administrative issues that I have experienced here nearly outweighs the education that I received. This school is expensive and as I come to the end of my program I am starting to have second thoughts about the high pay that I agreed to in coming here. I have had a myriad of issues receiving my financial aid from the Financial aid department in a timely manner. I have also had issues with receiving basic communication from them.... Read More I have to say that the financial aid problems at this institution are a deal breaker for me. I can't in good conscience suggest this school to anyone who isn't paying out of pocket. It is way too stressful to be living in the expensive Bay Area, stacked with school obligations and then be required to work up to three jobs in order to ATTEMPT to keep my financial state above water. When I haven't received my financial aid on time, that has nearly caused me to be evicted from my home TWICE. It is unacceptable. And I haven't received so much as an apology for those stressful circumstances. I hope that they can get it together but after three years of the same problems, I am not sure what it would take. The teachers and the classes were usually well-done and I learned a lot. Unfortunately, I am not convinced that I could not have had a good in-class experience at another, more affordable institution. Be forewarned, that if you plan to attend CIIS, your financial situation may be problematic if you don't have a nice nest egg to fall back on. No such luck for me but beggars can't be choosers-apparently.

The culture of learning and the focus on health at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the California Institute of Integral Studies creates an inspiring environment for studying acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM.) Not only are the instructors experienced both clinically and in the classroom, but they offer exceptional professional support and personal connection. The combination of theory and classroom learning is well balanced by clinical experience. Ancient scientific... Read More knowledge is complimented perfectly with modern integrated medical systems for a truly holistic education. I am honored to be learning in this program and feel I am being well prepared for a career in acupuncture and TCM.