Admissions Policy

1.  Applications for admission must be accompanied by transcripts from each school that you have attended plus a $75.00, non-refundable processing fee.

2.  The dean of admissions will review your transcripts.  You will be notified in writing if you have been accepted into the program of your choice, and if you are eligible for any transfer credits.

3.  All tuition payments are to be made in U.S. currency, made payable to Midwest University.  Tuition may be paid as arranged to best suit the student's needs.  There is no refund on payments.  There is no refund of money paid.

4.  Midwest University does not place its students, nor does it assume responsibility for employment.  Transcripts may be forwarded at your written request for a fee of $25.00.

5.  The grading system is based upon an A - F grade point average.  Students must complete and pass all coursework to graduate.  All non-degree certification courses may be applied toward a compatible degree program, where applicable, after the degree application has been accepted and the registration fee has been paid.  Please check with your advisor concerning approval of these transfer credits.  Many of the classes are made available as both contact or correspondence for flexibility to meet students' needs. 

6.  The only other expenses required by students are books, travel expenses, campus classes, elective workshops, telephone, and postage where applicable.

7.  Midwest assumes no responsibility for the outcome or results of a student's voluntary participation in any course, class, or workshop, as chosen by student.

8.  Midwest University for Holistic Studies does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, religion, sex, national origin, or physical handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

9.  Midwest is registered in the state of Iowa and accredited and Board Certified by The American Naturopathic Medical Association, The American Board of Hypnotherapy, The International Medical Dental Hypnotherapy Association, The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCB), The Haven Church, The American Association of Behavioral Therapists, The Association of Transpersonal Psychology, and The Association of Regression Therapists.

Midwest Naturopathic College

A Biological Naturopath educates & assists people in obtaining & maintaining optimum health by utilizing the philosophy "To Do No Harm".  A Traditional Naturopath holds the opinion that the body has an inherent ability & intelligence to heal itself with natural rather than chemical or surgical procedures.  We always seek the root cause of disease rather than treat symptoms.  We view each person as a whole, using the mind, body, spirit approach rather than viewing them as a pathology to be treated.

Standard Curriculum for Naturopathic Studies:

Unit I:  Wellness & Ethics

700  Principles of Wellness
701  Nutrition
702  Reflexology
707  Human Anatomy *
712  Iridology I & II *
713  Health for Children & Adults

Unit II:  Botanical Medicine

703  Herbology & Herbal Formulations *
704  Homeopathy I & II *
711  Lymphatics I & II *
730  Clinical Aromatology I & II
735  Physiology

Unit III:  Detoxification & Rebuilding
Unit IV:  Clinical Applications

706  Techniques & Laboratory Analysis
733  Motivation & Counseling

Unit V:  Research

734  Human Analysis and Protocol
737  Clinical Lab Diagnostics

Unit VI:  Internship

* Lab Classes which must be taken in person.  Cost of Classes is:
707  Human Anatomy  $400.00
712  Iridology I & II  $200.00 each for a total of $400.00
703  Herbology & Herbal Formulations  $250.00 each for a total of $500.00
704  Homeopathy I & II  $300.00 total
711  Lymphatics I & II $485.00 each for a total of $970.00
736  Diagnostic Procedures/Palpations, Meridians  $250.00
705  Major Diseases
709  Detoxification
731  The Clinical Interview & Protocol Writing
734  Major Organ Maintenance
736  Diagnostic Procedures/Palpations, Meridians *  Illinois

Midwest Naturopathic College 2010-2011
Required Laboratory Courses & Elective Offerings
Naturopathic Student Prices (subject to change)

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Thursday Evening Classes

Basic Herbology
Professor: Steven Mitchell
Textbooks: Workbook $25./Library
Contact Classes: Thursday evenings
7:00-10:00 p.m. 5 evenings
Cost: $250.00

Homeopathy: Constitution & Classical
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN, Ph.D.
Textbook: Homeopathy by Locke
Contact Classes: Thurs. Evenings
7-10 p.m. 6 evenings
Cost: $300.00

Iridology Levels I-II
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN, Ph.D.
Textbooks: The Science and Practice of Iridology I and II by Dr. Bernard Jensen D.C.
Contact Classes: Thurs. evenings 7-10 p.m. 10 evenings
Cost: Includes certification: $500.00

Reflexology
Professor: Annette Kohn-Lau CTN
Textbook: Reflexology by Byers
Contact Classes: Thurs. evenings 7-10 p.m. 5 evenings
Cost: $250.00

 

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Week-end Classes

Meridian Diagnostics and Self Acupuncture
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN, Ph.D.
Textbook: Acupuncture Meridians
Contact Classes: Saturday 10-5:00
Cost: $100.00

Diagnostic Test Analysis
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN, Ph.D.
Textbook: Workbook $25.
Contact Classes: One Sat. or Sun.
Cost $100.00

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Required Week-end Classes

Deep Tissue Lymphatic Drainage Level I (Basic)
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN Ph.D.
Textbooks: Workbook $25./Library
Contact Classes: One week-end
Saturday and Sunday 10-5 p.m.
Certification course to practice
Cost includes certificate and CE's if needed $485.00
LEVEL II $485.00 Week-end

Advanced Herbal Formulations
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell Ph.D.
Textbooks: Workbook $25/Library
Contact Classes: 4 Saturdays
10 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. (lunch)
Cost: $400.00

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Elective Courses Suggested:

Aromatology, Promote Healing with Essential Oils
Professor: Dr. Pam Booras CTN
Textbooks: Valerie Worwood
Contact Classes: Week-end or Thurs. evenings
Cost: $200.00

Lymphatic & Massage Cupping
Professor: Jennifer Kunio LMT
Textbooks: To be advised
Contact Classes: Week-end or Thursday evenings
Cost: $200.00 includes CE's

Palapations and Joint Repair
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN, Ph.D.
Textbook: Workbook $25.
Contact Classes: Saturday 10-5:00
Cost: $100.00

Raw Nutrition and Juice Fasting
Professor: Dr. Karyn Mitchell CTN, Ph.D.
Textbook: Raw Nutrition by Dr. Mitchell (Plus foods) $25.00
Contact Classes: Saturday 10-5:00
Cost $100.00

Other course offered as electives throughout the year.