Overview

After earning their master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Iona College, licensed occupational therapists help people with illnesses, injuries and disabilities manage everyday activities like walking, getting dressed, cooking and writing.

What You’ll Learn

Iona University’s MS in Occupational Therapy program follows ACOTE accreditation standards and educates students as generalists prepared for licensure exams. You'll build a strong OT foundation and go beyond with our interdisciplinary coursework. Our program consistently weaves community engagement and innovation into your training so you will be prepared to work with clients across the lifespan in a wide range of clinical settings like hospitals, schools and assisted living centers.

Our master’s degree curriculum centers around four core competencies of an ethical, client-centered OT practice:

Occupational development and performance
Assessment and intervention processes
Evidence-based practice skills
Habits for reflective practice

Throughout the seven semesters, we’ll also teach you how technology can enhance your practice, serving as a tool for client education, assessment, intervention and documentation of services.

After completing their MS degree, our Occupational Therapy graduates are ready for their licensure exam and to pursue fulfilling OT careers. Throughout your time at Iona, you will experience an inclusive occupational therapy education offering abundant clinical opportunities and holistic coursework exploring big-picture questions about accessibility and aging.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Transition from Student to OTR
Health Care and Education Policy and Access
Leadership, Management, and Advocacy in Occupational Therapy Practice
Enabling Occupational Participation through Assistive Technology
Adolescents and Young Adults with Disabilities: Composing an Adult Life
Behavioral and Mental Health: Principles, Assessment and Intervention

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 27 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

80 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy View 117 other Masters in Occupational Therapy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Three professional (work, academic, etc.) letters of recommendation

Current Résumé

NACES Course Evaluation/Official TOEFL or IELTS scores (International Students Only)

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally college or university prior to the start date of the program.

Completion of prerequisite coursework.

Submission of record of a minimum of 40 hours of volunteer or observation experience* with an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant prior to applying to the program

Official transcript(s) from all post-secondary institutions attended

Personal statement/essay
A copy of your visa, if you are already in the U.S., or documentation of sufficient financial support for at least one year of full-time study. (International Students Only)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

48177 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1355 USD per credit during 27 months.
National

48177 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1355 USD per credit during 27 months.
In-State

48177 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1355 USD per credit during 27 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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