Occupational therapy is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all areas of their lives. Occupational therapy assists people in developing the skills necessary for independent and satisfying lives. For more information visit the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Occupational Therapy was listed in U.S. News and World Report as one of the top 10 Best Careers. The job outlook was listed as excellent. For more information see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The bureau projects a 27% growth in the profession from 2014…
Look over this website to get an idea of our educational philosophy and the course work that you will study once in the program. You can also find admission requirements and instructions for applying via OTCAS on this site.
Yes, an undergraduate or BS degree is required. Though many students will complete this college’s Health Science degree and the pre-OT track, you can enter the OTD program with an undergraduate degree in any major. Students with BS degrees in the applied sciences, psychology or social sciences will find it…
Many students who will enter the OTD program have completed the College of Public Health and Health Professions’ Bachelor of Health Science degree and the pre-OT track.
Yes. For applicants submitting scores from the new version of the GRE, minimum scores of 152 (quantitative reasoning) and 151 (verbal reasoning) are recommended with a minimum combined score of 300. For the older version of GRE, a minimum combined score of 1000 on the GRE (quantitative and verbal reasoning)…
View the required prerequisite table for more information.
Check OTCAS after July 19th for an updated version of the UF OTD application. The application deadline is January 15th and OTD classes begin Fall semester.
Thirty (30) hours of observation in at least two diverse OT settings are required for application. Search for facilities online and contact the facility directly for permission to observe. Students looking for volunteer or observational experiences at UF Health hospitals or clinics should start by checking…
No, recommendations and observation hours are documented through the OTCAS portal. See the OTCAS website for more information.
