MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (MOT) PROGRAM – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are answers to common questions about Muskingum’s Master of Occupational Therapy program.
COST AND TIME
How much does the MOT program cost?
For students entering the MOT program in the 2025–2026 academic year, tuition is $920 per semester hour of credit throughout the two-year curriculum. Click here for more information on financial aid.
How long will the MOT program take to complete?
Muskingum’s MOT program is designed to take two years for OTA Bridge students. For those in the Alternative Pathway, the prerequisite component typically takes 9–12 months before entry into the core MOT curriculum.
Can I complete the MOT while working full time?
Yes, many students work while in the MOT program, but it is demanding. Success depends on strong time management, daily commitment to coursework, and flexibility with scheduling. Some students reduce or adjust work hours during weekend on-campus sessions.
PROGRAM FORMAT & FIELDWORK
What are the online classes like?
Courses include asynchronous and synchronous components: discussions, mini-lectures, readings, projects, virtual simulations, and group work. The format offers flexibility but requires consistent participation and engagement.
How often are on-campus classes held?
In the first six terms, MOT Weekends are typically scheduled in weeks 3, 6, and 9 of each 10-week term. Friday evenings, Saturday, and sometimes Sunday are used for intensive in-person instruction, labs, and fieldwork activities.
Will my fieldwork be near home?
The program aims to place Level II fieldwork within a 90-mile radius of a student’s home when possible. Student demand, site availability, and geography may affect placements. Level I rotations occur across lifespan settings (mental health, pediatric, adult, older adult).
ACCREDITATION
Is the MOT program fully accredited?
Yes. The MOT meets national standards as evidenced by maintaining a status of accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 501E
Bethesda, MD 20814
ACOTE's phone: (301)-6526611
ACOTE's website: www.acoteonline.org
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