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Five Branches University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered Graduate
Calendar system Trimester
Student body size Small

Located in Santa Cruz, California, Five Branches University is a private, for profit institution that offers graduate degrees. The college follows a trimester-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into three terms. This system offers students the opportunity to progress at an accelerated pace, allowing for more intensive coursework and faster programs completion.

Five Branches University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Service Offerings

Five Branches University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Five Branches University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad