2023-2024 Occupational Therapy Program Cost of Attendance
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Freshmen Admission Tuition
| Cost | Duration | Total Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (Fall & Spring semesters, years 1-4) | $54,154/year | 4 years | $216,616 |
| Undergraduate (Summer after year 3) | $1,662/credit | 9 credits | $14,958 |
| Graduate (Summer after year 4 and Fall of year 5) | $1,750/credit | 24 credits (+1 OTD only) | $42,000 (+$1,750 OTD only) |
| Doctorate (OTD students only) | $1,313/credit | 27 credits | $35,451 |
| MSOT Tuition Total: | $273,574 | ||
| OTD Tuition Total: | $310,775 |
Post-Baccalaureate Admission Tuition
| Cost | Duration | Total Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-OT Fall Semester | $1,662/credit | 11 credits | $18,282 |
| Graduate - MSOT Degree (6 semesters) | $1,750/credit | 79 credits (+1 OTD only) | $138,250 (+$1,750 OTD only) |
| Graduate - OTD Degree (additional 3 semesters) | $1,313/credit | 27 credits | $35,451 |
| MSOT Tuition Total: | $156,532 | ||
| OTD Tuition Total: | $193,733 |
Additional Costs
| Cost | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|
| Books/Supplies | $500 | Annually |
| Program Fees (clinical software membership, background clearances) | $150 | Annually |
| Loan Fees | $850 | Annually |
Books/Supplies and Program/Loan fees are estimates and are subject to change. The Program uses several textbooks in multiple courses and students may choose to rent or borrow books to reduce costs.
Students may incur additional expenses related to fieldwork depending on their site. These expenses could include immunizations, drug screenings, certifications, apparel, housing, and transportation.
Please refer to Tuition Rates for a complete list of 2023-2024 academic year costs. Tuition is reviewed and adjusted each year by the University.