Naturopathic medicine is a health care profession that emphasizes prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances (alternative medicine practices) that encourage individuals' self-healing process. The goal of naturopathic medicine is to treat the whole person. Naturopathic practitioners, including naturopathic doctors (NDs), help with dietary and lifestyle changes, stress reduction, herbs and dietary supplements, homeopathy, exercise therapy and more. Naturopathic physicians generally complete a 4 year, graduate-level program at a naturopathic medical schools.
Professional Associations and Resources
How do I apply to a naturopathic medicine program?
What are the prerequisites for applying to a naturopathic medicine program?
Do I need to take a graduate school entrance exam?
Local Programs
Sample Timeline - Traditional 4 Year
Volunteering and Shadowing Opportunities
Where have DePaul students been admitted to naturopathic medicine programs?
It is important for students to check each school's requirements carefully as some schools will require information not listed above. Students are responsible for checking the prerequisites for the classes above and for the prerequisites for each individual professional school. For more information about a specific program, please contact the school directly.