Overview

As an occupational therapist, you'll work with people of all ages who have various physical, developmental, social or emotional challenges. You will help them develop the skills to lead independent, productive and satisfying lives.

D’Youville College's master of science degree program in Occupational Therapy includes courses in occupational therapy theory and practice, six months of supervised fieldwork, and research.

Upon graduation from our ACOTE-accredited program, you'll be prepared to take the National Certification Examination for Occupational Therapists.

What You'll Learn

Receive individual attention from dedicated faculty mentors and clinicians at the forefront of their field.

Studies show that teamwork across clinical specialties improves patient outcomes. D'Youville's unique interdisciplinary education lab offers the opportunity for you to practice treating patients (played by actors) alongside a team of students from 7 other healthcare majors at D'Youville — all under the supervision of a skilled instructor.

Learn in classes, labs, and seminars sized for effective teaching and mentoring.

Gain practical experience through our strong focus on clinical field experience. D'Youville has developed relationships with 300 clinical fieldwork sites in a wide array of settings, facilities, and treatment protocols.

Join a degree program with consistently high career placement rates.

Our students' certification exam scores consistently meet or exceed the national average.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Medical & Social Condition

Occupational Development

Psychosocial Level I Fieldwork

Interpersonal Skills

OT Delivery Systems

Group Process

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

74 SCH

74-75 Credit Hours

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

A GPA of 3.0 (equivalent to a B) or better is the minimum requirement for acceptance into the program.

Completion of a baccalaureate degree prior to the start of course work. Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended are required for admissions consideration.

Two letters of recommendation - one academic and one professional (or two academic). References from OT observations will not be accepted.

Completion of the following prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better prior to the start of the first semester of course work.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30093 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30093 USD / year

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In-State

30093 USD / year

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Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

What You'll Learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Buffalo

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

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