Occupational Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the GRE to apply to this program?

NO

What do I need to apply to the MOT program?

  • Completion of the prerequisite courses. Students may have no more than three outstanding prerequisite courses at the time of application. Outstanding courses must be completed prior to MOT program enrollment.
  • A minimum overall and prerequisite GPA of 3.0. 
  • 20 hours of volunteer/shadowing experience with at least two different licensed OTs/OTAs at two sites with verification forms.
  • Review the application process and complete.

How will my courses transfer from another school to WVU?

Due to the sequential nature and learning goals of the MOT curriculum, all students admitted to the MOT Program will be required to complete the full curriculum. The West Virginia University MOT Program will not give credit for occupational therapy coursework completed at any other university toward the MOT degree.

Transfer credit will only be considered for undergraduate prerequisite coursework. To find out if your prerequisite courses will transfer:

  • Go to www.wvu.edu
  • Type transfer equivalency system, in the search box, top of page
  • Click on your school to view course equivalency
  • For questions regarding prerequisite courses or the application process, please contact Kim Klaus, Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment.

When do I apply to the MOT program?

The MOT application period is late July through February 15 each year. Applications are submitted through the OTCAS system.

Do I need to complete a WVU Graduate application?

No, you only need to complete the OTCAS application.

How many years is the program?

The program in 2.5 years of continuous enrollment (including summers) or 8 semesters with or without a degree

What is an entry-level Master's OT program?

The WVU MOT program is a 2+3 program. This means that students complete 2 years of undergraduate curriculum to fulfill the MOT prerequisite courses.  Once students are enrolled in the MOT program, they will take 2.5 years or eight semesters of OT focused coursework. Students who apply to the program who already have an undergraduate degree will still complete the 2.5 years of OT education. The first five semesters of the MOT program are considered undergraduate, and students will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Human Performance and Health. At the end of the 8th semester, students will receive a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree.