American College of Healthcare Sciences

Congratulations on taking the first steps in joining ACHS! We know the decision to go to school can feel overwhelming. Everyone at ACHS is here to support you!

If this is your first time contacting ACHS or you are still deciding on the best program for you, that’s ok! An Admissions Advisor will be in touch to help match your goals with the right program. Just select the program that interests you most, and we can update it if necessary.

Let’s get started! This application will take about 30 minutes to complete. You’ll have the opportunity to tell us more about your interests, goals, support system, and personal information. The more detail you can provide, the better we will be able to assist you.

Once you submit your application, there will be some additional instructions about additional documents and uploads that will be required. Your Admissions Advisor will review your submission and contact you to help you with these next steps. Remember, we are here to help you through this process. Every question is important and valid. Your journey is as important to us as it is to you. We are excited to help you reach your goals and watch you thrive.

Contact Information

First name*

Last name*

Preferred First NameFor example, your legal name is Susan, but you prefer to be called "Sue."

Pronouns

Email*Please add achs.edu to your list of known contacts to ensure you receive important messages.

Phone number*Please select the appropriate country code from the menu, then enter the remainder of the number (please do not enter the country code twice). At this time we are unable to call WhatsApp numbers.

Mobile phone numberIf outside of the United States, please include the country code with the full number.

Permission to Text*ACHS may send text messages as reminders about deadlines or incomplete information.

Street address*Please input the address where materials should be shipped, and include any Apartment, Unit, or Lot numbers in your street address.

City*

State/Region*

Postal code*

Country*

Demographic Information

This information will be used in aggregate only to comply with federal reporting requirements for all Title IV participating institutions.

Application Type*

Birthdate*

Gender*If you would like to self-identify your gender identity or gender expression, you may provide it here.

Ethnicity*

Citizenship*

Military Affiliation*

Prior Education Information

Please let us know a bit more about your current educational background.

Level of Education*Please select the highest level of education you have attempted. If you have completed some college credits but have not completed a degree, please select Some College.

Number of Prior Schools Attended*Please enter the number of schools where you have attended classes, even if no credit was earned. If you enrolled at a school but never attended classes, that school does not need to be listed here.

Prior Schools Attended*Please include all previous institutions attended separated by a comma, even if you did not complete a course/program. If you are not seeking transfer credit, please still list your schools.

Transcript Name(s)*Please include any and all names that may appear on prior transcripts. (ie. maiden name, nickname, changed/prior name)

Prior Education ExperiencePlease provide some details about your previous education experience. If you were not successful or were incomplete, how will ACHS be a better fit? If you were successful, what do you feel contributed to your success?

Area of Interest

Area of Interest*Which area of study interests you most?

Program Applying For*If you are unsure which program best fits you now, that is ok. Your Admissions Advisor will help you find the program that best fits your goals.

How did you become interested in the field of holistic health?*Please take your time and enter at least a paragraph that helps us understand where your interest began.

Why is now the best time for you to pursue your education?*Please take your time and enter at least a paragraph that helps us understand why now is the right time for you.

Planning for Success

Have you talked with anyone about your decision to go back to school? Are they supportive?*Please tell us about anyone that you have spoken to about school and how they reacted. If this is a personal decision, please tell us about who may be a support to you in the future.

How much time will you have to devote to study?*ACHS recommends 9 hours each week per 3-credit course to devote to study, reading, projects, live sessions, assignments, and other coursework. Tell us how you plan to incorporate this study time into your current schedule.

Do you have a reliable computer and internet access?More information on ACHS's technology requirements are listed in the Policies and Acknowledgement section below.

How are you planning to fund your education?*ACHS is committed to providing multiple avenues to fund your education while minimizing student debt upon graduation. If you are not sure at this time, your Admissions and Financial Advisors can assist you in finding the best combination of funding options.

Professional Information

Are you currently employed?

Yes
No, Seeking Employment
No, Not Seeking Employment

Do you currently work in the holistic health field?*

Yes
No - Employed in Another Industry
No - Seeking Employment
No - Not Currently Seeking Employment or Retired

Which of the following best describes your professional plans after graduation?*Please be as detailed as possible in your description of your professional plans.

How do you see yourself putting your skills to use after graduation from ACHS?*Please be as detailed as possible about how you see the skills gained at ACHS supporting your professional plans.

What would your ideal career look like?*Everyone's ideal career is different. Please be as detailed as possible about your ideal situation.

Policies and Acknowledgement

Read the ACHS Refund Policy online here.

I have read and agree to the ACHS Refund Policy outlined above.

Read the ACHS Technology Requirements online here.

I have read and agree to the ACHS Technology Requirements.

In addition to the Terms and Conditions referenced below, by submitting this application, I understand that I will be required to successfully complete the ACHS Student Orientation prior to the start of my first semester. I understand that if I do not successfully complete the Student Orientation, I will not be eligible for admission to ACHS. Note: You will be guided to register for your student orientation once your admissions has been accepted and your registration confirmed. (View the terms & conditions).

Terms Agreement

I have read and agree to the terms & conditions outlined above.

By electronically signing my full name below, I acknowledge that I have received and read the ACHS Program Catalog (available to download online here) and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the Program Catalog and on this enrollment application (above).

Acknowledgement & Signature*

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By submitting this form, I agree that ACHS may contact me about educational programs and services by voice, email, and/or text message, at the phone number provided, and agree to allow ACHS to store and process my data. I understand that my consent is not required to attend American College of Healthcare Sciences. View Privacy Policy.