OpenFieldDoctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
ACOTE-accredited three-year clinical doctoral degree with national renown, training occupational therapists in neurorehabilitation, sensory integration, assistive technology, and community mental health.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- 3.0+ cumulative and prerequisite GPA in anatomy, physiology, and abnormal psychology
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 84+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Exempt
- Thesis / Research statement
- OTCAS essay and personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including practicing OT
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Henriette Schmoll Endowed Scholarships up to $10,000/year
- Application fee
- $70 (via OTCAS)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $1,080/credit hour
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official St. Catherine University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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