Key information
- Duration: Full-time (36 months)
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting August 2027; Apply before Jun 2027
Overview
The Occupational Therapy program at Thomas Jefferson University is designed to prepare occupational therapists with in-depth knowledge of one or more of the following: clinical practice skills, research skills, administration, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, and theory development.
Outcomes
Our graduates may engage in collaborative research and practice as direct care providers, consultants, educators, managers, leaders, researchers, and advocates for the profession and the consumer.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology
- Health & Health Conditions
- Occupation through the Life Span
- Historical Perspectives on Theory-Based Practice
- Occupational Therapy Doctoral Practice and Leadership
- Health Services Administration
- Interventions: Enhancing Human Performance
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.
- A cumulative GPA minimum of a 3.0 is preferred, a prerequisite coursework GPA minimum of a 3.0 is required.
- A minimum of 8 hours of observation with a licensed OT or OTA will be required to be completed prior to matriculation.
- Transcripts, personal statement, résumé and letters of recommendation
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 70,943 AUD / year (≈ 50,288 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 70,943 AUD / year (≈ 50,288 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 70,943 AUD / year (≈ 50,288 USD / year)
Living costs — Philadelphia, United States
1,852–3,222 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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