OpenFieldDoctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD Professional Degree)
Entry-level professional clinical doctorate in pediatric rehabilitation, neurological recovery, ergonomic adaptive technology, and community-based occupational health.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree with prerequisite anatomy/physiology GPA >= 3.0
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 85 or IELTS 7.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- OTCAS personal essay and 40+ hours of occupational therapy observation
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including one from a licensed OT
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Dean’s graduate health fellowships providing up to $8,000 in tuition assistance
- Application fee
- $50
- Tuition / joining costs
- $995/credit hour (ACOTE-accredited 3-year professional doctoral program)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (OTCAS Priority)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Indiana Wesleyan University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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