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Master of Occupational Therapy
Dominican University of California
- San Rafael, United States
- 2.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
The Occupational Therapy Doctorate is a 27-month, Entry-level ACOTE-accredited doctoral degree starting each spring.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced knowledge of Occupational Therapy and apply discipline-appropriate methods
- Assess relevant evidence
- And communicate informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Occupational therapist (OTR)
Curriculum
- 27 continuous months starting in spring: integrated coursework and fieldwork around Naperville and Chicago
- 24 weeks of Level II fieldwork and an individual 14-week capstone experience. Accredited by ACOTE
- Graduates are eligible to register for the NBCOT exam.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree (foreign degrees need NACES
- AICE
- TEC or WES evaluation
- Three-year Indian degrees via WES) plus programme prerequisites
- Each programme sets its own deadlines and requirements
- GRE/GMAT generally not required
- English proof as on the international admissions page.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (foreign degrees need a US-equivalency credential evaluation from a NACES/AICE member, TEC or WES; three-year Indian degrees must be evaluated by WES) plus programme prerequisites; passport copy and Certification of Finance
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.5
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 105
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Occupational Therapy admission requirements at Dominican University of California. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $36,568 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | San Rafael Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Health and Natural Sciences |
| Department | Occupational Therapy |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 70 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Scholarships
1377 scholarships connected to this program.
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The program takes 2.5 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $36,568 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $23,353 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 105, IELTS Academic 6.5. An interview is required.
1377 scholarships are connected to this program.

