Why Boulder College of Massage Therapy?

As the profession of massage therapy continues to grow, there are hundreds of massage schools that you can choose from. Unfortunately, many of these massage schools are becoming corporate ventures more interested in turning a profit than upholding the highest educational standards. To the contrary, the Boulder College of Massage Therapy (BCMT) has been an independent, not-for-profit massage school since its inception in 1975. The focus of our nationally acclaimed faculty and comprehensive curriculum has always been - and will always be - to provide a superior education for our students that opens the door for them to practice anywhere in the world.

To learn many more reasons why the accredited Boulder College of Massage Therapy should be your massage therapy school of choice, please explore the information below or contact us today.

• Diverse core curriculum and advanced degrees
• Nationally recognized educators
• Unique professional development opportunities
• State-of-the-art facilities
• Exceptional clinic experience
• Dedicated community outreach
• Massage-related research opportunities
• Collaboration with related healing arts (and student discounts!)
• International students and alumni from around the globe
• Support services that help you succeed
• Boulder location - ranked one of the best places to live

Diverse Core Curriculum and Advanced Degrees
In addition to our Certified Massage Therapy Program that focuses on Zen Shiatsu, Swedish Therapeutic Massage, Normalization of Soft Tissue and Integrative Therapeutic Massage, we also offer Associate Degree and Continuing Education that allow you to explore new areas, expand your techniques and gain specialized certifications. Learn more about the education paths available to prospective students.

Nationally Recognized Educators
Our massage school faculty is truly dedicated to your educational needs. We have credentialed faculty members who possess extensive experience as skilled instructors, and several have been honored with the American Massage Therapy Association's Teacher of the Year award. Learn more by reading our staff bios.

Unique Professional Development Opportunities
Our supervised internship and outreach programs let you explore various specializations while contributing to the community. Opportunities include internships with Boulder Community Hospital, CU's Dal Ward Athletic Center, Rose Medical Center, Mapleton Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hospice of Boulder County, the Colorado Rapids and Colorado Crush sports teams, chiropractic clinics, sporting events like the Bolder Boulder 10k Race and several non-profits.

State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our 31,000 sq. ft. facility was specifically designed for comprehensive training in massage therapy. It includes a professional 12-room clinic, fully equipped spa training classroom, computer lab, reference library, student lounge and patio area, wellness bookstore, large group lecture rooms, and training classrooms with tables and futons.

Exceptional Clinic Experience
Our massage school students get the hands-on experience they need by providing over 8,000 massages and bodywork sessions to community members every year. When you graduate, you will have more than 75 hours of clinical experience in a professional and supervised setting. Learn more about our clinic.

Dedicated Community Outreach
As a non-profit massage therapy school, our philosophy is based on a commitment to excellence, curriculum balance, and community involvement. As one of our students, you can take part in hundreds of community outreach efforts each year. Last year, our students provided 11,337 hours of massage therapy to the surrounding community.

Massage-related Research Opportunities
Our massage school gained national recognition for its self-funded research on tension headaches (published in the American Journal of Public Health) and has received funding to continue various research initiatives. Our ongoing efforts continue to set industry standards while providing valuable data to massage school educators, students, medical professionals and the general public. Learn more about our research.

Collaboration with Related Healing Arts
BCMT is a founding member of the Healing Arts Alliance in Boulder, a collaboration between the Boulder College of Massage Therapy, Southwest Acupuncture College and The Rolf Institute, which are all located within a one-mile radius. This alliance was created to maintain the highest educational standards in the field of integrative healthcare and to provide a unique, holistic campus environment where students can collaborate and enjoy discounted services.

International Students and Alumni from Around the Globe
Our massage school has hosted students from all 50 states and 21 different countries including Brazil, New Zealand, Iceland and Kenya, just to name a few. We are proud to have over 4,000 alumni practicing all around the world - talk about networking opportunities! Learn more about the international student admission process.

Support Services that Help You Succeed
Our massage therapy school is dedicated to supporting you in every way possible. We provide every massage school student with all of the following support services: academic advising, financial aid counseling, scholarships, M-1 visa counseling, free tutoring, mentoring programs, low-cost counseling ($5/session), quiet testing centers, special needs accommodations and deeply discounted massages at our massage school as well as the Southwest Acupuncture Clinic and Rolf Institute. Learn more about our student support services, contact us today.

Boulder , CO - Ranked One of the Best Places to Live
Boulder, Colorado has been ranked as one of the best cities to live in the US by national publications such as Fortune, Outside, Men's Journal, Runner's World and the New York Times. Situated at the base of the Flatirons at an altitude of 5,563 feet, Boulder is just 30 minutes from Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park . Area residents enjoy hiking, rock climbing, cycling, area skiing, snowshoeing, and a wide variety of cultural events. Boulder is also home to the University of Colorado , which exerts a major influence on the city's industry, economics, demographics and diversity. Learn more about Boulder or view a list of local resources.