Program Overview

Occupational Therapy, Post-Professional (MS)

Overview

The Occupational Therapy, Post-Professional (MS) program is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree or equivalent in occupational therapy. This post-professional degree offers two plans of study: clinical and research.

Application

• Start Term: Fall term (August)
• Application Opens: September 15, 2025
• Application Closes: May 1, 2026

Commitment and Credits

• Duration:
  • Clinical Plan of Study: 9 months (2 terms)
  • Research Plan of Study: 9 months (2 terms)
• Commitment: Full-time
• Credits: 30

Degree

• Type of Degree: Master of Science
• Format(s): On-campus

Applied Skills

The program offers clinical and research preceptorships.

Estimated Program Costs

A cost fact sheet is available for the program.

Student Handbooks

• Occupational Therapy | Master of Science Student Handbook
• SHRS Graduate Student Handbook

Related Programs

• Occupational Therapy, Post-Professional (CScD)
• Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Program Details

The program is part of the Department of Occupational Therapy and provides opportunities for student success, faculty engagement, and outcomes.

At a Glance

• The program is designed to shape trailblazers in the field of occupational therapy.
• Graduates are expected to lead, innovate, and push boundaries in patient care.
• The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) offers a range of programs, including the Occupational Therapy, Post-Professional (MS) program.