There are over 230 different Doctor of Occupational Therapy degrees in the United States. The Doctorate of Occupational Therapy degree is often referred to as the OTD degree program, and is the terminal degree within occupational therapy (the highest degree level you can attain).
What should you know before applying for admission to an OTD degree?
It goes without saying, but every OTD program is a little bit different, so you will want to check with the admissions department of the university you are considering for your OTD degree. Generally speaking, here is what you should know about most OTD programs:
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferred within occupational therapy or a related field
- A Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is preferred for some OTD programs (not all)
- There are some options for OTA to OTD bridge programs
- The length of an OTD program is usually between two and three years
- Some courses for an OTD degree may be online, but it is highly likely you will have campus and clinical requirements you need to meet
Consider a sponsored online program currently accepting applicants.
| School | Program | Admissions |
|---|---|---|
| University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences | Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
No GRE required for admission. OTD program is designed for students interested in pursuing clinical practice and expanded roles in administration, education, research, advocacy and policy development. Online and in-person labs on select weekends, choose from five destinations across Florida, California and Texas. |
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| Shawnee State University | Occupational Therapy Doctorate (Post-Professional)
Explore evidence-based practices, policy and occupational justice, professional development, and entrepreneurship. No residency requirement, study on your own schedule. |
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| Notre Dame of Maryland University | Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership for Changing Populations- Occupational Therapy
Pursue the credentials to accelerate your career through private practice or as an occupational therapy program administrator or educator. |
Find OTD Programs in Your State
A list of all of the Occupational Therapy doctorate programs is below, but you can click on your state below to see OTD degrees that are in your state.
List of Doctorate Occupational Therapy degree programs
Consider a sponsored online program currently accepting applicants.
| School | Program | Admissions |
|---|---|---|
| University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences | Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
No GRE required for admission. OTD program is designed for students interested in pursuing clinical practice and expanded roles in administration, education, research, advocacy and policy development. Online and in-person labs on select weekends, choose from five destinations across Florida, California and Texas. |
|
| Shawnee State University | Occupational Therapy Doctorate (Post-Professional)
Explore evidence-based practices, policy and occupational justice, professional development, and entrepreneurship. No residency requirement, study on your own schedule. |
|
| Notre Dame of Maryland University | Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership for Changing Populations- Occupational Therapy
Pursue the credentials to accelerate your career through private practice or as an occupational therapy program administrator or educator. |
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