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Occupational Therapy

VALUABLE CLINICAL EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION-READY INSTRUCTION

Make an impact by treating clients with mental, physical, emotional, or developmental issues or disabilities, helping them develop, recover, or enhance the skills they need for daily living. The Master of Science (MS) in Occupational Therapy at Hofstra University is a full-time, on-campus program that integrates laboratory experiences with classroom instruction. Graduates prepare to sit for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates.

Program Highlights

Program Details

Visit the Hofstra campus or connect with the graduate admission team. We will answer your questions and put you in touch with program faculty or degree candidates to learn more. Contact us at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu or call 516-463-4723.

To be considered for the MS in Occupational Therapy program, you must have completed an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.

Prerequisite coursework includes:

  • Abnormal Psychology (or psychopathology or psychology of deviance): 3 s.h.
  • A course in developmental psychology (human development across the life span including theories of development): 3 s.h.
  • Human Anatomy (laboratory component required): 4 s.h.
  • Human Physiology (laboratory component required): 4 s.h.
  • Social Behavioral Science course (e.g. sociology, anthropology, political science, public health, epidemiology): 3 s.h.
  • Recommended: Elementary Statistics (can be online course)

Start your application by clicking here and submit:

  • Transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities.
  • Documentation of at least 20 observation hours of occupational therapy related experience in at least two settings.
  • Three letters of recommendation, with at least one letter from a licensed Occupational Therapist
  • Essay stating your career goals, interests, and experiences

An interview with the program director or faculty member may be required.

Visit the Occupational Therapy program page to learn more.

International students: Please review additional admission requirements.

Applications must be submitted to the Occupational Therapy program by the deadline of February 1 for admission to the class that begins the subsequent September. Applications submitted prior to the deadline are given preference, with all others reviewed on a space-available basis.

Apply to the MS in Occupational Therapy program by the deadline of February 1 for admission to the class that begins the following September. Applications submitted prior to the deadline are given preference, with all others reviewed on a rolling space-available basis.

The MS in Occupational Therapy is awarded to students who successfully complete 68 semester hours.

Visit the Occupational Therapy program page to learn more.

Faculty Profiles

Yu-Pin Su

Dr. Yu-Pin Hsu is an occupational therapist with over 23 years of experience, specializing in low vision rehabilitation and performing arts medicine. She holds degrees from the Manhattan School of Music and Columbia University, and currently serves as the Low Vision Rehabilitation Manager at the Lighthouse Guild in New York City. As a Clinical Assistant Professor at Hofstra University, she contributes to curriculum development and student mentorship, while actively engaging in research and presenting at conferences.

Meet Dr. Yu-Pin Hsu
Yu-Pin Su

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How to Apply

Earn the professional recognition and personal achievement you seek with a graduate degree from Hofstra University. Whether you study online or on campus, full or part time, you will benefit from small class settings with nationally recognized faculty and a community of peers all contributing to a transformative learning experience. Questions? Call 516-463-4723 or email our graduate admission team at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu.

The program has extended the application deadline to Friday, March 31, 2023. Click here to apply now!