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Overview
The program is intended for occupational therapists, educated in the United States or internationally, who are seeking advanced knowledge and skills.
Career Prospects
The Master of Science (MS) Program in Occupational Therapy from the University of Pittsburgh requires the completion of 33 credits. With approval, students may select courses from the Department of Occupational Therapy, from within the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, or from departments throughout the University.
The Master of Science (MS) in Occupational Therapy is a one-year (3-term) graduate program housed within the Department of Occupational Therapy. This advanced practice program is designed for those with a baccalaureate degree in occupational therapy.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Foundations of Occupation
- Therapeutic Approaches
- Biomechanical Theory & Practice
- Clinical Seminar
- Clinical Preceptorship
- Developmental Theory and Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
33 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Occupational Health and Safety View 129 other Masters in Occupational Health and Safety in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy. For international students, a bachelor's degree or diploma must be from a school/university approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) in the year that the applicant graduated and/or national governmental institutions that approve/accredit occupational therapy programs to grant a degree in occupational therapy (e.g., Ministry of Health).
- Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (based on a 4.0).
- Evidence of graduate level writing skills
- Documented evidence of knowledge of rehabilitation through previous paid work experiences, internships or field experiences, or volunteer work experiences.
Tuition Fee
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International
34950 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34950 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
34950 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34950 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
29266 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29266 USD per year during 12 months.
Part-time: LOCAL: $1,190 per credit NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL: $2,031 per credit
Living costs for Pittsburgh
1148 - 1944 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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