Caldwell University
Caldwell University is a private, accredited Catholic university in Caldwell, NJ offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees and a vibrant campus life complete with rewarding activities, clubs, and service opportunities.
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Occupational Therapy
The degree required for an occupational therapist is Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT), which usually takes 2-3 years. Most occupational therapy programs require students to have a 4-year undergraduate degree.
Suggested Caldwell Majors
Biology, Exercise Science, Health Science, Psychology
Common Required Courses
- Two semesters of human anatomy and physiology (with lab)
- Three semesters of psychology (general, abnormal, lifespan development)
Individual programs may require additional courses in science, math, humanities, and social sciences.
Caldwell Graduate Acceptances
- Columbia University Medical Center
- Duquesne University
- Gannon University
- Kean University
- Mary Baldwin University, Murphy Deming School of Health Sciences
- New York Institute of Technology
- Seton Hall University
- Stockton University, School of Health Sciences
Partner Programs
Columbia University, (3 + 2 Program)
*the student may begin the professional program before completing the bachelor’s degree
Apply: Junior year at Caldwell.
Benefit: If the student is accepted, they enroll in the occupational therapy program after their junior year. The first year of the occupational therapy program can be transferred back to Caldwell and count as the fourth year of the bachelor’s degree.
Application requirements: Grades of C or better in prerequisite courses (science and psychology), GPA > 3.0.
Moravian University, (4+2 Program)
*the student must complete the bachelor’s degree before beginning the professional program
Apply: Senior year at Caldwell.
Benefit: If the student meets the admission requirements, they are guaranteed an interview.
Application requirements: Grades of B or better in prerequisite courses (science and psychology), GPA > 3.5, observation hours.
Dominican University of New York, (4+3 Program)
*the student must complete the bachelor’s degree before beginning the professional program.
Apply: Early in their senior year at Caldwell.
Benefit: Guaranteed admission for at least two Caldwell students who meet the criteria.
Application requirements: Grades of C or better in prerequisite social science courses, grades of B or better in prerequisite science courses, interview.
Seton Hall University, (4+2 Program)
*the student must complete the bachelor’s degree before beginning the professional program.
Apply: Early in their senior year at Caldwell.
Benefit: Acceptance of up to 10 Caldwell graduates who meet admission requirements.
Application requirements: Grades of C or better in prerequisite courses, GPA > 3.2, interview.