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DOCTORATE

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Entry-Level) · OTD

Hybrid (Primarily Online) | 8 semesters/2.6 years

F-1 Visa Students for the OTD Program

International students attending on an F-1 student visa are not eligible to live in the United States for a hybrid (mostly online) program. Still, they may visit our campus for on-site weeks and then must return to their home country after classes have been completed. A limited-residency hybrid program like ours is a great opportunity for those who cannot relocate for a full-time in-person program due to career and family obligations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The ºÚÁÏרÇø Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program is offered in a hybrid, limited-residency format, specifically designed for students who cannot permanently relocate to the U.S. You can complete the majority of coursework online while remaining in your home country, allowing you to maintain professional and family commitments.

Students are required to attend periodic on-site visits twice per semester during semesters 1–4 and semester 7. A permanent relocation to the United States is not required.

Yes. The ºÚÁÏרÇø OTD program has received federal approval to support F-1 international students in a limited-residency format. Not all hybrid programs have this designation, making ºÚÁÏרÇøâ€™s program distinct.

Absolutely. ºÚÁÏרÇø provides access to a dedicated F-1 Student Visa advisor who will support you throughout the entire process, including I-20 issuance and documentation, understanding and maintaining visa compliance, and navigating federal requirements during enrollment.

Yes. Graduates of the ºÚÁÏרÇø OTD program are eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allows up to 12 months of authorized U.S. employment, paid salaried work in your field, and eligibility for a Social Security Number.

International students enrich the program by bringing diverse perspectives on global healthcare systems, insight into international reimbursement and service delivery models, and strong academic preparation and professional rigor.

Yes. Students currently residing in the U.S. under work visas, spouse visas, or other authorizations are welcome to apply. In some cases, residency visit requirements may not apply.

For additional questions related to your specific visa status, residency requirements, and pathway to earning your Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree, please connect with our International Admissions Manager:

Program Accreditation

The entry-level occupational therapy doctoral 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 c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA, and its web address is .