Entry-level OTD Admissions Requirements
The Baylor University Department of Occupational Therapy takes a holistic approach to admitting qualified applicants to the program.
A holistic approach to admissions means that we view the entire student application packet before making a decision regarding admission to the program. This process is driven by the University’s mission and vision to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.
Admissions Criteria
Explore admissions criteria and requirements for Baylor's Entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.
Notes on Admissions Criteria:
- All courses within the professional didactic and clinical curriculum are required for completion of the OTD degree program.
- Baylor does not grant advanced placement credit for experiential learning, or transfer credits from other programs or institutions.
- In consideration of accommodation for COVID 19, Pass/Fail grades will be accepted for the Spring 2020 and Summer 2020 semesters.
Pre-Requisite Course Requirements:
Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 credits, lab required |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 credits, lab required |
Biomechanics | 3 credits (Kinesiology or Physics may be acceptable if the course contains mechanics or biomechanics) |
Psychology | 6 credits (3 of those credits must be Abnormal Psychology, Neuropathology, or Behavior Disorders) |
Human Development (lifespan) | 3 credits |
Social Sciences | 3 credits (These credits may be from Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, Ethnicity, Gender Studies, Religious Studies, or Philosophy coursework) |
Statistics | 3 credits |
Medical Terminology | 1 credit |
*If you have not completed the prerequisite coursework before the start of classes, you will not be allowed to begin classes.
We do require Anatomy and Physiology coursework to be completed within 5 years of the program start date. Other than these two courses, prerequisite coursework does not expire.
If you have any questions about the program, application process, or prerequisites, please contact us today at Robbins_Grad@baylor.edu or 254-710-4400.
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Note: A felony conviction may affect a graduate's ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure. An individual, who has a felony background and is considering entering an occupational therapy program, can have his or her background reviewed prior to applying for the exam by requesting an Early Determination Review.