Make a difference every day as an occupational therapist.
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By earning your Master’s in Occupational Therapy (MOT) at Bay Path, you join a close-knit, diverse cohort of professionals looking to contribute their talents, ideas, and skills to changing lives and strengthening communities. Our fully accredited master’s program combines hands-on learning, collaborative discussion, and the sharing of knowledge from experienced and passionate practitioners to give students unique training and opportunities to apply it.
If you're interested in a part-time and primarily online program, please learn more about our Hybrid MOT program .
The Bay Path Fieldwork Experience
A community service model that places learners where the need–and the impact–is greatest.
Bay Path’s occupational therapy program centers community service through a comprehensive fieldwork program that arranges work placements in organizations, care settings, and clinical programs.
Students can devote their time and focus to the individuals and communities most in need of service, while Bay Path handles the logistics.
Read a sample list of partner organizations .
Hear directly from Dr. Tracy Bentley-Root, Program Director, as she answers key questions about the program, the profession, and what students can expect.
Where are classes held?
How many credits is the program?
How long is does the program take to complete?
What type of undergraduate degree do I need?
What is the total estimated cost to complete the MOT degree program?
Accreditation requires OT programs to identify the cost of program attendance. The following chart outlines estimated expenses a Master of Occupational Therapy student may expect throughout the 2-year degree program.
Tuition (81 credits/$1,050 per)
$85,050
Lab Fees
$860
AOTA Student Membership for 2 Years
$150
Fieldwork Related Costs (i.e., CORI, health screenings, fingerprinting, etc.)
$230 *Costs may vary based on site-specific requirements.
Total:
$86,290
** Based on the academic year 2024-2025. Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Who teaches the courses?
Taught by extraordinary and supportive faculty in a highly dynamic and interactive classroom environment.
Can I get help paying for my degree?
Do I have to take a standardized test for admission?
No. The GMAT and GRE are not required.
Will I have access to learning resources?
How can I schedule an appointment to learn more?
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The Occupational Therapy Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE's telephone number is (301) 652-6611 and email address is accred@aota.org
The total number of graduates from Bay Path University's Master of Occupational Therapy program during the 3-year period 2022-2024 (most current) was 240, with an overall graduation rate of 92%.
Graduation Year
Students Entering/Graduating
Graduation Rate
2022
102/94
92%
2023
93/90
97%
2024
65/56
86%
Total
260/240
92%
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT®) program data results, NBCOT Exam Pass Rates
Ever wish you had the opportunity to interview an Occupational Therapy practitioner (OTP) to learn about their educational experience, career path, and advice for those looking to enter the field? Here is your chance! Listen in on those discussions through Conversations with an OT .
Hosted by Andrea Cordis and Tiffany Foster, Bridge Level I Fieldwork Coordinator and Level II Fieldwork Assistant at BPU, the monthly podcast features OTP's from all over the world working in a variety of practice settings (from NICU to home health to inpatient rehab to academia and everything in between).
A career that's in-demand
Employment of occupational therapists is projected to grow 11% from 2023 to 2033 and the 2024 median pay $98,340.
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