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Department of Occupational Therapy
Our entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) is designed to educate future occupational therapists to be leaders in the profession and health care. The OTD curriculum provides students hands-on learning supported by theory and evidence-based practice so they are ready to excel in any practice setting they choose upon graduation.
Occupational therapy is a vital, evidence-based health profession that addresses the needs of individuals, communities, and populations. Occupational therapists work with people across the lifespan to support their ability to participate in meaningful living activities—or occupations. The OTD degree program at UT Health San Antonio is an exciting curriculum that prepares graduates to be highly skilled and compassionate practitioners. Some strengths of the OT program include its affordable tuition; being part of an academic health center; and being located in vibrant, diverse San Antonio.
Accreditation
The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accreditation process for the OTD program is a multi-step process. The program has been granted Candidacy Status by ACOTE which allows us to admit students to the OTD program.
The Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program at UT Health San Antonio is no longer accepting applications. The final MOT class will graduate in 2019. The MOT program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association c/o Accreditation Department American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), 6116 Executive Blvd, Suite 200, North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929 - (301) 652-6611. ACOTE's Web address is www.acoteonline.org
Graduates of the program will be able to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapists administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR®). Certification is necessary for licensure in most states. Please note: A felony conviction may affect a graduate's ability to sit for the NBCOT examination and or attain a state license.
Program Outcomes
Program results from the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) can be found online at: https://secure.nbcot.org/data/schoolstats.aspx
Graduation Rate
The total number of graduates from the UT Health San Antonio Master of Occupational Therapy Program during the three-year period of 2016-2018 was 119.
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| Graduation Year | Total of Program Graduates Per Year |
Graduation Rate By Cohort Graduating/Entering |
| 2017 | 40 |
100% (On-time Graduates only) |
| 2018 | 41 |
100% (On-time Graduates only) |
| 2019 | 38 |
93% (On-time Graduates only) |
| Total | 119 |
Cost of Attendance OTD program
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Texas Residents Rates
| Current Cost | OTD Program Year 1 | OTD Program Year 2 | OTD Program Year 3 | Total Tuition of the Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,120 | $9,372 | $4,473 | $22,965 |
| Fees | $2,940 | $2,980 | $2,104 | $8,024 |
| Books | $1,400 | $1,200 | $600 | $3,200 |
| Room/Board | $19,318 | $19,318 | $14,488 | $53,124 |
| Health Insurance | $2,789 | $2,789 | $2,096 | $7,674 |
| Transportation | $5,598 | $5,598 | $4,198 | $15,934 |
| Miscellaneous | $3,000 | $3,000 | $2,250 | $8,250 |
| Total Cost | $44,165 | $44,257 | $30,209 | $118,631 |
Nonresident Rates
| Current Cost | OTD Program Year 1 | OTD Program Year 2 | OTD Program Year 3 | Total Tuition of the Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $26,000 | $27,940 | $13,335 | $67,275 |
| Fees | $2,940 | $2,980 | $2,104 | $8,024 |
| Books | $1,400 | $1,200 | $600 | $3,200 |
| Room/Board | $19,318 | $19,318 | $14,488 | $53,124 |
| Health Insurance | $2,789 | $2,789 | $2,096 | $7,674 |
| Transportation | $5,598 | $5,598 | $4,198 | $15,934 |
| Miscellaneous | $3,000 | $3,000 | $2,250 | $8,250 |
| Total Cost | $61,044 | $62,825 | $39,071 | $162,940 |
Costs listed above reflect tuition and required fees for in-state and out-of-state residents. The cost of books or a computer and are subject to change. Other fees may apply.
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