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PhD of Occupational Therapy

Western Michigan University

  • Kalamazoo, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

The Occupational Therapy Doctorate is a 27-month, Entry-level ACOTE-accredited doctoral degree starting each spring.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension if the doctorate is STEM-designated (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)): 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 higher) with prerequisites set by each professional programme
  • Transcripts
  • Programme-specific requirements (central application service
  • Tests)
  • Passport page
  • 100 USD fee.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (or higher) with prerequisites set by each professional programme, Transcripts, Programme-specific requirements, Passport page, 100 USD fee

Language tests

  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • IELTS 6.5
  • PTE Academic 54
  • Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts and academic records
  • Official English translations if applicable
  • Evidence of English proficiency or approved exemption
  • Passport identification page

How to apply

  1. Check the programme's own requirements and deadline; international applicants are advised to apply by January for Fall funding. Apply online through the Graduate College and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload transcripts with grading scale
  2. passport page
  3. English proof (TOEFL iBT 80
  4. IELTS 6.5
  5. Duolingo 105) and programme materials such as statement
  6. recommendations
  7. CV
  8. GRE or GMAT where required. Receive the department's decision. Show proof of funds for the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$18,390 - $19,260 USD
Application fee$100 USD
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Program details

CampusKalamazoo (main campus)
Faculty or schoolCollege of Health and Human Services
DepartmentDepartment of Occupational Therapy
Teaching languageEnglish
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Post-study stayUp to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension if the doctorate is STEM-designated (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    July 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jan 2027

    62 days left

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  • The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.