Program Overview

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Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) is a hybrid, full-time, weekend (Friday/Saturday) program, designed for students who want to work part-time and/or have other life responsibilities. In Year 2, the on-campus schedule changes to Thursday, Friday, and Saturday during the Summer 1 semester. Candidates who have completed a bachelor's degree are invited to apply.

At a Glance

• College: College of Rehabilitation Sciences
• Campus: East Falls
• Format: Hybrid (Online and On Campus)
• Credits: 74
• Duration: 2.5 Years
• Starting Term: Fall
• Enrollment Options: Part Time

Curriculum

Classes and schedule options are available for completing the degree.

Student Testimonials

Phoebe is completing her final year of the Masters of Occupational Therapy program. She has served as the Assembly Student Delegate for the Student Occupational Therapy Association and the Induction Chair of the Pi Theta Epsilon, Epsilon Phi Chapter. She is currently completing her Level 2 fieldwork at a pediatric outpatient clinic.

Lauren is a third-year occupational therapy student at Thomas Jefferson University. She has served as President of the Pi Theta Epsilon, Epsilon Phi Chapter, and as Volunteerism Chair for the Student Occupational Therapy Association. As she completes her studies and transitions into the field of occupational therapy, Lauren is focused on applying her skills and experiences to assist individuals in achieving independence and living meaningful lives.

Program News

Occupational Therapy-Industrial Design Collaboration Improves Quality of Life for Area Senior Citizens. Students solve real-world challenges through a longstanding transdisciplinary university project.

Outcomes

Learn about the graduation rates from the program.

Cost of Attendance

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program is a year-round, hybrid weekend (Friday/Saturday) for 2.5 years. The program comprises classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education (fieldwork) rotations.

Accreditation Information

The Master of Science Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). ACOTE accredited occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant educational programs satisfy the states' educational requirements in all states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Students graduating from an ACOTE accredited occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant educational program are eligible to take the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification exam and apply for licensure in all states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. NBCOT Program data results are available. For more information regarding state qualifications and licensure requirements, please refer to the AOTA State Licensure webpage. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate's ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.

Leadership

The Program Director of the MSOT Program is Christyn Mitchell, DHSc, OTR/L.

Occupational Therapy Alumni

Information about the alumni of the Occupational Therapy program is available.