University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

USciences is proud to announce its brand-new accelerated pathway to the doctorate in occupational therapy (DrOT) program. We are one of just five schools in the country where not only are you accepted into the OT program in your first year of college but you can also earn an entry-level doctorate. Our DrOT program will give you the necessary cutting-edge knowledge and skills to make an impact on a broad range of patient/client problems. The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education required all graduates of OT programs to have a minimum of a master’s degree. USciences’ DrOT puts you ahead of the game, setting you up to be a leader in the burgeoning occupational therapy field.

Meaningful, Goal-Directed Activities

Occupational therapy focuses on helping people with physical, developmental and behavioral disabilities participate effectively in meaningful and goal-directed activities. Occupational therapists work in medical and nonmedical settings. Occupational therapy is seeing strong growth in its administration in community-based settings, such as schools, outpatient facilities, and senior centers. Effective training is essential.

Why University of the Sciences Should Be Your First Choice

• University of the Sciences’ accelerated pathway to the doctorate in occupational therapy program is the only entry-level DrOT program on the East Coast and one of only five entry-level professional doctoral programs in the country.
• You can earn a BS in health sciences after 3½ years and a doctor of occupational therapy (DrOT) after an additional 2½ years of study, with no additional application to enter the professional phase.
• You take six intervention courses rather than the typical two or three in other schools’ master’s programs.
• Our program prepares you for general practice, plus it offers you the choice of two specializations, one in community-based practice and one in leadership
• You learn by doing, working side-by-side with nationally recognized faculty.
• You benefit from involvement in grant-funded projects with noted professors
• Different entry options give you flexibility
• You enjoy smaller classes with personalized attention.