Master of Science Occupational Therapy

Additional Information & Requirements

BA/BS degree from a regionally accredited institution. No specific baccalaureate major is required. Degree can be in progress at time of application but must be complete prior to matriculation.Cumulative OR most recent 64 credit GPA of 3.0. The College will consider whichever is higher: cumulative GPA or most recent 64 credit GPA, as calculated by OTCAS.Prerequisite GPA of 3.0. The prerequisite GPA is calculated separately using the highest grade received in required prerequisite courses.Complete all prerequisites with a grade of 2.0 or better and within 10 years of application.Submit three letters of recommendation.Observation hours: competitive applicants will have explored a minimum of two clinical settings that address the needs of distinct patient/client populations. While no specific number of hours is required, applicants are expected to have researched the profession sufficiently to demonstrate that they are making a career choice based on a sound understanding of the profession of occupational therapy. Observations must be completed post-high school and entered into OTCAS. Successful completion of an introduction to occupational therapy course or healthcare careers course may substitute for direct observation hours. Here is another alternative option for observation hours Occupational Therapy Online Shadowing Experience, developed by Cheryl Lucas, Quinnipiac University may also substitute (use password: LucasQU).