The Eastern School's Diploma in Acupuncture program is 2202.5 hours in length and takes three years to complete. Graduates of the program receive a Masters level Diploma.

The program is designed to meet the needs of working adults. Classes meet one afternoon/evening per week and on various weekends, averaging three full weekends per month for the first two years. Clinic internship begins in the summer before the third year. Internship is 12 months long and students typically attend clinic 1 1/2 days per week. Spring and Fall incoming classes are available.

The curriculum of the Eastern School is designed to reinforce theoretical concepts with practical experience to assist the adult learner in mastering a rigorous educational program. The curriculum at the Eastern School is based on exposing students, not only to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), but other styles of acupuncture including: Five Element and Japanese (Kiiko Style).