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Master of Occupational Therapy

East Carolina University

Greenville, United States
2.25 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 year): 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 degree or US equivalent shown by NACES course-by-course credential evaluation (WES
SpanTran
IEE
ECE)
Notarized/certified English transcripts and diplomas.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree or US equivalent shown by NACES course-by-course credential evaluation (WES, SpanTran, IEE, ECE), Notarized/certified English transcripts and diplomas.

Language tests

Duolingo 115
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 78 (min 18 each section

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Official Foreign Transcript Evaluation
Academic Transcripts
Degree Certificate
Proof of English Proficiency.

How to apply

Review the admission requirements for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. Prepare the academic records and supporting documents requested for this qualification. Submit an application using the institution's published admissions process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any applicable application fee if required. Await an admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,811 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus, Greenville
Faculty or school	College of Health and Human Sciences
Department	Department of Occupational Therapy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	66
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
15 Oct 2026
Closed
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May 2027
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15 Feb 2027
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15 May 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2.25 years.