Admission Process

Applying for Admission

Admission Requirements

• Earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Submit official college transcripts
• 3 professional references
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (If <3.0 GPA, you must submit GRE with a score of 50th percentile or above in each area)
• Completion of prerequisite coursework. A grade of 'C' or better is necessary for each prerequisite course.
• Minimum of 40 hours of occupational therapy observation (not required for occupational therapy assistants with current state licensure who are currently practicing). Please complete and submit this Volunteer Evaluation Form
• Personal Essay (500 words maximum): This essay should introduce who you are, highlight your motivation for becoming an occupational therapist, and explain how our program aligns with your professional goals. Submit your completed essay as part of your OTCAS application and attach it when sending materials to the Graduate School Admissions at Shawnee State University.

Prerequisite Summary Worksheet

If admitted to the program, all outstanding prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C* or higher prior to the start of the program. To assist us in assessing your eligibility, please complete the Prerequisite Summary Form and include the completed form with the graduate application to Shawnee State University. Indicate which courses you have taken (or will take) that you believe will fulfill the prerequisites listed.

• Prerequisite Summary Form (PDF)

*Refer to Prerequisites page for GPA requirements.

Additional Application Materials

Applicants may submit GRE scores directly to Shawnee State University. The Institution Code for Shawnee State University Occupational Therapy is 1933.

Students are required to have their own personal technological device for classroom use. Examples: laptop, iPad or tablet. Smart phones do not meet this requirement.

Program Inquiry

For additional information please email:

Graduate School Admissions
(740) 351-4778
gradadmissions@shawnee.edu

Admission Details

Entry into the MOT program is competitive. Application review begins December 1 and continues until the cohort for the following fall semester is full. Each year, 24–30 students are admitted based on the program’s Selection Criteria.