C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
40/100 · earnings-weighted

National Holistic Institute

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Emeryville, California 94608
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 70%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
F
22/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,134
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at National Holistic Institute, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$27,978
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$24,737
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
80.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 18th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at National Holistic Institute

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$18,613$31,777+7%#55 of 199#100$9,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The National Holistic Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $613,545
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,981/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94612 (4.3% cap, Oakland)

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🏆 Where National Holistic Institute Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#17
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
71%
Receive Pell Grants
78%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,134
Total Students
72%
Women
15%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Hispanic 30%
Black 13%
Asian 9%
Two or More 13%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 87%
Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 15%
25-64 (Adult) 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at National Holistic Institute?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend National Holistic Institute?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at National Holistic Institute?
The graduation rate at National Holistic Institute is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is National Holistic Institute a good school?
National Holistic Institute has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend National Holistic Institute?
National Holistic Institute has a total enrollment of 1,134 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology