Occupational Therapy

You’ll also get to publish research, collaborate with noted professors on grant-funded projects, and network with students and alumni in student organizations like the Student Occupational Therapy Association.

Why Study Occupational Therapy in Philadelphia?

• Here in Philadelphia, you’re in the heart of the health science industry, surrounded by more than 250 medical facilities.
• The city’s diverse population and rich health care employment opportunities offer a unique environment to gain O.T. experience in a variety of settings including hospitals, rehabilitation centers and long-term care residences.

Programme Structure

Courses include

• Human Development & Perform
• Movement Analysis
• Neuroscience
• Clinical Medicine
• Therapeutic Groups

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

• GPA: 3

English requirements

• Duolingo English Test: 105
• TOEFL iBT: 80
• PTE Academic: 60
• IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

• Have a bachelor’s degree in one of the sciences, sociology, psychology or other related fields from an accredited university or college
• Complete all prerequisite courses listed below by the start of the program in July
• 3.0 Cumulative and 3.2 Prerequisite GPA with at least a C or higher in all prerequisite courses
• A minimum of 10 hours of in-person shadow experience with documentation from a licensed occupational therapist professional prior to the start of the program in July. More hours are encouraged.
• Two letters of reference are required (letters from OT practitioners highly preferred)
• OTCAS essay: A statement as to why the student wants to enter the profession of occupational therapy.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International (Non-residents): 83,189 AUD / year (≈ 57,940 USD / year)
• Out-of-State: 83,189 AUD / year (≈ 57,940 USD / year)
• Domestic (In-State): 83,189 AUD / year (≈ 57,940 USD / year)

Living costs

Philadelphia, United States: 1,885-3,279 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.