Request more information
Get started with MU
ApplyHow to apply
Fulfill the admission requirements:
- Entry-level OT degree at the bachelor’s or master’s level.
- If English is not your native language, please submit a TOEFL score of at least 80 (internet-based test), an IELTS score of at least 6.5, a Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of at least 59 or a Cambridge C1 Advanced score of at least 180.
Application dates
To start classes in | Apply by | Classes begin |
---|---|---|
Fall | July 15 | August |
Spring | Dec. 1 | January |
Summer | May 1 | June |
Gather your papers:
Applying will be easier and faster if you gather these required documents beforehand:
- Graduation from a WOFT approved program in occupational therapy.
- Official transcripts for all previous course work.
- Professional statement/goals.
- One professional reference.
- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or C1 Advanced score reports for applicants whose native language is not English. For information on sending test scores, visit the Graduate School website.
Complete the online application
Carefully follow the instructions on the application site.
- Upload the above documents in the online application
- Degree/delivery: Doctorate- Distance (Online/Remote Site/etc.)
- Academic program: Occupational Therapy/Post-Professional Doctorate Program-Distance (OTD)
- Domestic application fee: $75.00
- International application fee: $100.00
Application fee waiver questions: Contact MU Graduate Admissions with questions via 573-882-6311 or 1-800-877-6312 or via email at gradadmin@missouri.edu
Learn more about this program
This program is administered by the
Department of Occupational Therapy
Program contact
Angie Wolf
- Recruitment and Admissions Manager
- angie.wolf@health.missouri.edu
- 573-884-8639