by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 20 U.S. colleges awarded 403 degrees and certificates in Holistic/Integrative Health. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 58% of graduates. College Factual ranks 9 schools in its 2027 Best Holistic/Integrative Health Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $31,215 one year after completing, rising to $38,117 after four years.
Studying Holistic/Integrative Health involves the study of Holistic/integrative Health. A Program That Focuses On The Holistic Interconnectedness Of Physical, Psychological, Social, Spiritual, And Environmental Well-Being And That Integrates Aspects Of Alternative, Complementary, And Conventional Medicine To Alleviate Illness And Promote, Maintain, And Optimize Wellness. Includes Instruction In Anatomy And Physiology, Alternative Diagnostic And Healing Methods, Aromatherapy, Biofeedback, Energy Medicine, Environmental Psychology, Ethics, Health Coaching, Herbal Medicine, Mind-Body Medicine, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Somatic Bodywork, And Stress Management.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, holistic/integrative health is a widely-pursued major, with 403 degrees awarded annually. 20 colleges award holistic/integrative health degrees, an average of 20 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 134.
By level, the 403 awards include 31 certificates, 26 associate degrees, 111 bachelor’s degrees and 235 master’s degrees.
Women earned 91% of holistic/integrative health degrees and certificates in the latest year (365 of 403). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (234) and Hispanic or Latino (52), and international students earned 2.
College Factual ranks 9 schools in its 2027 Best Holistic/Integrative Health Schools ranking, including 1 for associate degrees, 4 for bachelor’s degrees and 2 for master’s degrees. It also ranks holistic/integrative health schools within 4 states. In all, 20 colleges offer holistic/integrative health programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Holistic/Integrative Health Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common holistic/integrative health credential is the master’s degree: 235 of the 403 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to holistic/integrative health call most for Active Listening, Critical Thinking and Speaking, and for knowledge of Medicine and Dentistry, English Language and Customer and Personal Service, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Problem Sensitivity, Deductive Reasoning and Oral Expression.
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How long a holistic/integrative health degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 31 |
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 26 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 111 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 235 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to holistic/integrative health, at 45.2%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 45.2% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 41.6% |
| First professional degree | 3.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 3.8% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 1.9% |
| Master’s degree | 1.9% |
| Post-doctoral training | 1.9% |
Source: O*NET Online.
3 occupations are related to Holistic/Integrative Health, with an average median salary of $137,569; the strongest outlook belongs to Naturopathic Physicians, at 6.6% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopath, Homeopathic Doctor and Oculist.
The occupation related to holistic/integrative health with the most projected jobs is Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other, at 3,105,142.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other | 3,105,142 | 1.0% |
| Orthoptists | 2,932,094 | 4.8% |
| Naturopathic Physicians | 2,656,215 | 6.6% |
Holistic/Integrative Health graduates earn a median $31,215 one year after completing their program, $38,117 after four years and $36,319 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,215 |
| 4 years | $38,117 |
| 5 years | $36,319 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to holistic/integrative health, with a median salary of $138,809.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other | $138,809 |
| Naturopathic Physicians | $138,086 |
| Orthoptists | $135,811 |
Holistic/Integrative Health has 6 similar majors in the Health Professions field, which together award 2,579 degrees a year; the largest are Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (1,453), Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems (422) and Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, Other (242). Browse all Health Professions majors or the full list of college majors.
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