Occupational therapy demands that practitioners demonstrate competency and knowledge
to best address their client’s issues. TU’s program provides the applied skills and
knowledge to prepare you for one of the fastest growing fields in health care.
The Occupational Therapy master’s degree is designed for students without a bachelor’s
degree in occupational therapy. You must satisfy all admission requirements and deadlines to be considered for admission to the program. The curriculum includes didactic,
lab and field experiences that prepare students across all areas of occupational therapy
practice, providing students the knowledge and practice experience which enables them
to be successful on the certification examination.
About Our Students
“Overall, I am most excited to enter the workforce as an OT and make a difference
in the lives of my clients,” says Ariel Wallace.
Our faculty are leaders who excel in teaching, research and service and bring years of experience
to the classroom.
The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
(ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association located at 6116 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200, North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929. ACOTE’s
telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its Web address is www.acoteonline.org.
The Occupational Therapy MS program includes required laboratory and clinical learning
experiences designed to reinforce classroom learning and further prepare students
for career success.
Level I Fieldwork
Level I Fieldwork introduces students to the practice of occupational therapy by exposing
them to a variety of occupational therapy settings and roles. Under the supervision
of licensed practitioners, and with the support of faculty, students complete three
Level I fieldwork experiences: one in mental health, one in adult physical rehabilitation,
and one in children and youth practice. Students also participate in a community-based
program to develop skills in conducting needs assessment and program development/evaluation.
Level II Fieldwork
Level II Fieldwork provides full-time, in-depth experience in delivering occupational
therapy services to clients, focusing on the application of purposeful and meaningful
occupational therapy services. Under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist,
and with the support of a faculty supervisor, students complete two required Level
II fieldwork experiences focused on one or more of the following practice areas: adult
physical rehabilitation, mental health, and children & youth. Each experience is a
12-week, 480-hour, full-time commitment requiring additional time for preparation
on the evenings and weekends; students are not permitted to maintain employment during
Level II fieldwork.
Estimated Costs: 2.5-Year OT MS Program
This chart contains estimates based on the 2022-2023 academic year: students are strongly encouraged to review the current official tuition and fee
schedule that is maintained by the Student & University Billing Office and should independently determine their own costs.
Cost Estimate: In-State Residency
YEAR (summer - Spring)
tuition & fees
books/supplies
total
2022 - 2023 (23 units)
Tuition: $11,086 School Fees: $2,932 Course Fees: $50
$500
$14,568
2023 - 2024 (35 units)
Tuition: $16,870 School Fees: $3,892 Course Fees: $150
$500
$21,412
2024 (18 units)
Tuition: $8,676 School Fees: $2,880 Course Fees: N/A
$300
$11,856
TOTAL (76 units)
$47,836
Cost Estimate: Out-of-State Residency
YEAR (summer - Spring)
tuition & fees
books/supplies
total
2022 - 2023 (23 units)
Tuition: $22,954 School Fees: $2,932 Course Fees: $50
$500
$26,436
2023 - 2024 (35 units)
Tuition: $34,930 School Fees: $3,892 Course Fees: $150
$500
$39,472
2024 (18 units)
Tuition: $17,964 School Fees: $2,880 Course Fees: N/A
$300
$21,144
TOTAL (76 units)
$87,052
Additional Notes
Estimates do not include out of pocket expenses which may include but are not limited
to: Background checks, health screening requirements, and/or transportation
Tuition and fees are estimated based on the current tuition and fee schedule and are
subject to change. The Student & University Billing Office provides a full breakdown of tuition and fees.
Fees do not include room and board. Various housing and dining options are available through the university.
MSOT Graduation Rates
Graduation Year
Students Entering
Students Graduating
Graduation Rate
2020
82
76
92%
2021
60
53
88%
2022
24
64
89%
Combined 2020-2022
166
193
90%
National Certification
When you graduate, you are eligible to sit for the National Certification Examination
for the Occupational Therapist administered by the National Board for Certification
in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successfully completing the exam, you will be an occupational therapist, registered
(OTR). Most states require licensure to practice. However, state licenses are usually
based on the results of the NBCOT certification examination. (Persons convicted of
felonies may be unable to sit for the certification examination and should inquire
in advance of program entry regarding eligibility.)
In Demand
Our students have presented their work at the national conference of the American Occupational Therapy Association and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists Congress. Well before graduation,
the majority of students receive job offers for positions in hospitals, community-based
programs, assisted living centers, rehabilitation centers, early intervention programs
and public and private schools.
