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Doctor of Occupational Therapy (entry-level) at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

The entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program prepares students with baccalaureate degrees earned in a range of disciplines to become qualified occupational therapists. The program includes four on-campus terms, online courses during the summer months, fieldwork, and capstone components.

Faculty: College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College  |  Duration: 12 units required  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

The Boston University entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program prepares students to become occupational therapists who promote health, well-being, and participation in a global society. Our three-year, innovative hybrid program includes four on-campus terms, online courses during the summer months, six months of Level 2 Fieldwork (LIIFW), and a 14-week doctoral practicum and capstone.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Please visit the Sargent College website for additional information about admissions.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD and MFA applicants can only apply for the fall semester.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD Fall 2027 application deadlines fall between December 1 and January 15 depending on the programme (for example Biostatistics and Computer Science December 1; Biology and Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Biochemistry December 2; Chemistry, Physics, Economics, History, Linguistics and Political Science December 15; English and Mathematics January 11; Classical Studies, Philosophy, Earth & Environment and History of Art & Architecture January 15). Applications close at 11:59pm Boston time on the deadline.

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