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Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine

SCNM is now accepting applications for both the Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 incoming classes!

SCNM extends an invitation for prospective students to apply and interview up to a year before they would start the ND program, secure a seat in the desired class if accepted, and receive special consideration for scholarship monies. Contact an admissions representative for more information admissions@scnm.edu or 888-882-7266.


Steps to SCNM
  1. Campus Visit
  2. Advising
  3. Application
  4. Transcripts
  5. Financial Aid
  6. Housing
  7. Catalog
  8. Orientation
  9. Registration/Tuition
  10. Final Transcripts

Campus Visit
No prospective naturopathic medical student should miss the opportunity to visit the SCNM campus. We invite you to walk our campus halls, sit in on a nutrition, physiology or homeopathy course, relax outside in the year-round warm Arizona sunshine or visit our medical center. Contact the Admissions Office to schedule your visit today.

Advising
SCNM is proud of its reputation as offering the best customer service to its prospective students. We pride ourselves on outstanding service and a welcoming community atmosphere. Our Admissions Representatives are here to answer your questions about naturopathic medicine, the naturopathic medicine degree program, career opportunities, application requirements and relocation issues. Advisors can be contacted by phone at 480.858.9100 or by email. For more information on advising, please go to: http://www.scnm.edu/admissions/advisors.php

  • Jody Durham, Admissions Representative (last names A-G) 1.888.882.7266 ext 212  j.durham@scnm.edu
  • Alison Scott, Admissions Representative (last names H-O) 1.888.882.7266 ext 213 a.scott@scnm.edu.
  • Allen Caldwell, Admissions Representative (last names P-Z) 1.888.882.7266 ext 210  a.caldwell@scnm.edu

Application
You may apply online or complete a paper application. Application is not considered complete until all letters of recommendation, essay, fees and transcripts are received. Applicants must submit a $65 non-refundable application fee.

Get an application online. This is the fastest way to apply. Read the SCNM Admissions Requirements before applying for admission. Download a PDF application.

If you are unable to download an application, you may request a paper application via email, mail, or telephone. The paper application includes admission requirements:

Admissions
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
2140 E. Broadway Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85282
480.858.9100

Application procedures and deadlines:
Southwest College accepts applications year-round. Recommended dates for priority consideration include February 1 for the fall class and December 1 for the spring class.

Transfer students: Read about applying to SCNM.
International students: Read about applying to SCNM.

Transcripts
Have all college(s) you have attended send transcripts directly to:

Admissions Office
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
2140 E. Broadway Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85282

Transfer students should have all college(s) including medical college(s) you have attended send transcripts directly to the Admissions Office as well.

International Students:
You must have all transcripts evaluated by a foreign transcript evaluation service. SCNM recommends the following Website: www.wes.org

Financial Aid
Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available online or at any college financial aid office and submit as soon as possible. SCNM’s FAFSA code is F31070

Financial Assistance: 480.858.9100.
Click here for more information on financial aid »

International students: International students are only eligible for alternative loans. Read information about eligibility for scholarships.

Housing
SCNM does not currently offer On-Campus housing for students. Most students live near the campus in the cities of Tempe, Mesa, Phoenix or Scottsdale.

For more information on affordable housing near the SCNM campus, contact the Admissions Office.

Catalog

New Student Orientation
After you are admitted, you will receive New Student Orientation information in the mail. New Student Orientation is a collaborative effort between the Student Affairs Office and the Admissions Office. New Student Orientation is mandatory for all incoming students. Your best way to meet with faculty members and staff, meet your new classmates and register for classes your first quarter at SCNM is to attend New Student Orientation.

Registration and Tuition
Students will register for first quarter tuition the week of New Student Orientation. Please bring a photo ID and payment for registration. Visit our tuition page.

Final Transcripts
Have your final, official transcripts sent directly to SCNM from each school you have attended. You cannot register for a second quarter at SCNM until your final transcripts have been received by Admissions.

Admissions Office
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
2140 E. Broadway Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85282


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