Earn a Graduate Degree in Occupational Therapy
Hofstra University’s School of Health Sciences equips you with the essential skills to thrive as a health professional. Offering a world-class graduate education, SHS provides expert faculty, a vast alumni network, and connections to Long Island's top healthcare systems.
Advance your career in occupational therapy with a licensure-qualifying graduate degree program from Hofstra SHS, where you will gain hands-on experience and certification-ready instruction to excel in your field. Build the expertise to support clients facing mental, physical, emotional, or developmental challenges, empowering them to develop the skills necessary for daily living.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Hofstra accepts OTCAS applications, or you can apply with Hofstra's low-cost and streamlined Application for Graduate Admissions.
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Why Hofstra's DPT?
Our mission is both student centered and community focused. We aim to establish the program as a leader in physical therapy education that fosters excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service by preparing innovative and competent leaders who provide the highest level of care for diverse populations and communities across the lifespan.
Why Hofstra's OT?
Why Hofstra's OT?
This program is designed to facilitate the development of effective, compassionate, evidence-based practitioners with critical-thinking skills and the competencies, knowledge, and skills to be lifelong learners with the ability to meet professional standards and societal occupational needs.
Rise in Career Opportunities for Occupational Therapists
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment opportunities for occupational therapists are expected to increase by 14% through 2034, which is much higher than the national average. Notably, the BLS states "Occupational therapy will continue to be an important part of treatment for people with various illnesses and disabilities, such as Alzheimer's disease, cerebral palsy, autism, or the loss of a limb."
Take a Closer Look at SHS
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State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities allow you to gain real-world, hands-on experience in your field while you earn your degree.
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Accelerated Programs
Hofstra University’s School of Health Sciences offers accelerated program options, which allow students to earn their degree in less time.
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Career-Advancing Degrees
Hofstra graduates go on to become compassionate advocates with careers in schools, clinics, government and community agencies, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities.
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We will be in touch with more information soon. In the meantime, learn more about us and how we can help you reach your goals. Or if you are ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply today!
Why Hofstra's DPT?
Our mission is both student centered and community focused. We aim to establish the program as a leader in physical therapy education that fosters excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service by preparing innovative and competent leaders who provide the highest level of care for diverse populations and communities across the lifespan.
Why Hofstra's OT?
Why Hofstra's OT?
This program is designed to facilitate the development of effective, compassionate, evidence-based practitioners with critical-thinking skills and the competencies, knowledge, and skills to be lifelong learners with the ability to meet professional standards and societal occupational needs.
Rise in Career Opportunities for Occupational Therapists
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment opportunities for occupational therapists are expected to increase by 14% through 2034, which is much higher than the national average. Notably, the BLS states "Occupational therapy will continue to be an important part of treatment for people with various illnesses and disabilities, such as Alzheimer's disease, cerebral palsy, autism, or the loss of a limb."
Apply Today!
Advance your healthcare career with a graduate degree from Hofstra University. Apply to SHS today with no GRE score required for most programs. Once your application is complete, you will receive:
- Automatic scholarship review
- An expedited interview process
- A priority decision turnaround
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