The academic program of Samra University of Oriental Medicine has been designed to offer the degree of Master of Science in Oriental Medicine.

The degree granted by the University is approved under the provisions of the State of California Education Code Section 94750 by the Bureau of Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education(BPPVE).

The professional Master of Science in Oriental Medicine degree program of Samra University of Oriental Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, whose national offices are located at 7501 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 820, Greenbelt, MD 20770, (301) 313-0855.

The curriculum meets the didactic and clinical requirements of the California State Acupuncture Board and qualifies the graduate to sit for the California Acupuncture Licensing Examination. In California, acupuncturists are licensed by the State Department of Consumer Affairs, Acupuncture Board, 444 N. 3rd Street, Suite 260, Sacramento, CA, 95814 (916) 445-3021.

Students seeking to be licensed in other states or countries should contact the appropriate governmental agency for specific academic and other requirements.

Because the program at Samra is accredited, students of the University are eligible to participate in federal student financial aid programs under Title IV.

Samra University of Oriental Medicine is approved by the California State Acupuncture Board to offer continuing education courses. Samra University of Oriental Medicine is authorized by the California Board of Registered Nurses to offer continuing education units.

The University's program is approved for the training of veterans and other eligible persons under United States Code Title 38.

The University is authorized by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service to process Form I-20 to enable prospective foreign students to apply for F-l visas.

The University is a founding member of the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. It participates in the activities of this and other professional associations.

Samra University of Oriental Medicine is a private non-profit corporation. Gifts and donations to the University are tax deductible.

The facilities the University occupies, and the equipment it utilizes, fully comply with any and all federal, state and local ordinances and regulations, including those requirements as to fire safety, building safety, and health.

Instruction is in-residence with class size typically as small as a few students to teens.

Samra University does not discriminate in its educational programs, financial aid programs, employment, or any other activities on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed or handicap.