by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 14 degrees and certificates in Aromatherapy. Its 3 related occupations pay an average median salary of $137,569 a year.
Studying Aromatherapy explores Aromatherapy. A Program That Prepares Individuals To Provide Therapeutic Care Through The Preparation And Application Of Extracted Essential Oils From Plants, Including Flowers (Botanicals), Roots, Berries, And Bark. Includes Instruction In Aromatherapy History And Theory, Basic Physiology Of Absorption, Aromachemistry, Organic Chemistry, Botanical Taxonomy, Carrier Oils, Essential Oils, Extraction Methods, Blending Techniques, Application Methods, Safety, Client Consultation And Treatment Planning, Business Management, Professional Standards And Ethics, And Applicable Regulations.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, aromatherapy is a popular field of study, with 14 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award aromatherapy degrees, an average of 14 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 14.
All 14 of the awards are master’s degrees, the only level colleges reported.
Women earned 86% of aromatherapy degrees and certificates in the latest year (12 of 14). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (8) and Asian (2), and international students earned 1.
O*NET rates Critical Thinking the most important skill for jobs related to aromatherapy, at 4.1 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are Medicine and Dentistry, English Language and Customer and Personal Service. The most important abilities are Problem Sensitivity, Oral Expression and Deductive Reasoning.
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How long an aromatherapy degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 14 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to aromatherapy, at 45.2%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 45.2% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 41.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 3.8% |
| First professional 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 Aromatherapy, 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, Doctor of Naprapathic Medicine and Heart Specialist.
The occupation related to aromatherapy 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% |
Aromatherapy graduates earn a median $47,890 four years after completing their program, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 4 years | $47,890 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to aromatherapy, 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 |
Aromatherapy has 1 similar major in the Health Professions field; the largest is Herbalism/Herbalist (56). Browse all Health Professions majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Herbalism/Herbalist | 56 |
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