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The mission of the Occupational Therapy Program at the University of Findlay is to prepare occupational therapists who understand and value a community-focused and occupation-based approach to practice, are leaders in a variety of professional roles and participate in ongoing professional development in preparation for service in diverse communities.

The University of Findlay's Master of Occupational Therapy Program offers several options:

1. Traditional Program

• Undergraduate students
• Transfer students
• Bachelor's degree-holding students

2. Weekend Program

Master of Occupational Therapy Traditional Program

The University of Findlay’s traditional program is a five-and-one-half-year program with two years of pre-professional requirements and three years of professional course work, plus six months of fieldwork. After the fourth year, students receive a bachelor of science degree in health studies with a master of occupational therapy awarded at the end of the program. Read more about the traditional program.

Freshman Early Assurance

The University of Findlay offers the option of freshman early assurance.

Students with a 3.5 GPA (3.5 on a 4.0 scale) or higher, and a 25 ACT (1700 SAT) score may be eligible. A completed application to The University of Findlay must be postmarked by Dec. 1 to be considered for early assurance. Students who do not meet the requirements above may apply for admissions to the professional graduate program during their sophomore year of college.

Bachelor's Degree Holding Students

The University of Findlay’s Traditional Occupational Therapy Program is offered in a combined bachelor’s/master’s format. It is not solely a graduate program, as it incorporates both undergraduate and graduate coursework. Our program provides 3.5 years of professional coursework; two years at the undergraduate level, and 1.5 years at the graduate level. The OT program was specifically designed for students to receive a master’s degree in 5.5 years. However, we also welcome students who possess a bachelor’s degree to apply for the professional phase of the program.

Master of Occupational Therapy Weekend Program

You can earn a master of occupational therapy degree in three years. The weekend program meets six times per semester year-round on Fridays and Saturdays. Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree. Read more about the weekend program.

Master of Occupational Therapy Program Accreditation

The Occupational Therapy Program was accredited for a full 10 years in 2013 by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).