The University of Texas
Rio Grande Valley
Rio Grande Valley
The Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy prepares students to become highly qualified entry-entry level, occupational therapists. The holistic curriculum integrates didactic and experiential learning in a variety of settings, providing students with entry-level skills in clinical practice, administration, clinical research, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, and theory development. Didactic and experiential learning creates reflective and holistic practitioners who understand the complexity of occupational engagement and systems across a variety of settings, populations, and geography. Partnerships with local health care systems, clinics, and non-profit organizations further give students clinical and critical thinking skills to assume leadership roles in the community as ethical and capable practitioners.
STEP 1: Submit a completed OTCAS application by November 1.
STEP 2: Submit the non-refundable UTRGV graduate application fee to process your application to UTRGV. The fee is $50 for domestic applicants and $100 for international applicants. You will receive an email from gradadmissions@utrgv.edu with payment instructions. Payment can be made online using a credit card or electronic check.
Upon admission into the program, a non-refundable Enrollment Deposit of $500.00 is required to secure your seat. This deposit will be applied towards your tuition and fees.
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