Program Costs
Figure out how much your degree in Occupational Therapy will cost
Tuition and Fees are subject to change. Term implies full semester. The Doctor of Occupational Therapy program is 9 consecutive semesters.
| Fee Description |
Part-Time Per Credit Hour |
Full-Time Per Term |
|---|---|---|
| Instructional Fee | $693.00 |
$6,930.00 |
| General Fee | $39.80 | $398.00 |
| Campus Life Fee | $26.20 | $257.00 |
| ITIE Fee | $18.00 | $184.00 |
| Ohio Resident Total | $777.00 | $7,769.00 |
Not an Ohio Resident? Students who live in Kentucky or Indiana may qualify for the metropolitan surcharge. Students in other states will pay the out-of-state surcharge. Review these surcharges below and reach out to resid@uc.edu if you have any questions about eligibility.
Metropolitan Non-Resident Fees
| Part-Time Per Credit Hour |
Full-Time Per Semester |
|
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate |
$25.00 |
$300.00 |
| Graduate |
$25.00 | $250.00 |
| Law (JD) | $25.00 | $300.00 |
| PharmD | $242.00 | $2,415.00 |
| Medicine (MD) | $25.00 | $300.00 |
Graduate Out-of-State Surcharge
| Part-Time Per Credit Hour |
Full-Time Per Semester |
|
|---|---|---|
| On-Campus Programs |
$587.00 |
$5,871.00 |
| Online Programs | $15.00 | $150.00 |
College Program & Other Fees
| Part-Time Per Credit Hour |
Full-Time Per Semester |
|
|---|---|---|
| On-Campus Programs |
$22.00 |
$215.00 |
| Distance Learning Programs | $8.00 | $75.00 |
| Description | Conditions | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Student Fee | Once per lifetime | $85 |
| International Student Fee | Charged fall and spring in-class or co-op terms; not charged for summer | $125 |
| Professional Practice Fee* - Undergraduate | Per term based on co-op enrollment | $495 |
| Professional Practice Fee* - Graduate | Per term based on co-op enrollment | $675 |
| Student Health Insurance | Required if not waived based on alternate coverage; coverage continues and not charged in summer if spring paid; not required if online program | $1,224.50 |
| Bloodborne Pathogens Insurance | Annual charge if enrolled in an academic program with risk of exposure unless enrolled in Student Health Insurance | $31 |
* The Professional Practice Fee is charged in place of tuition for co-op terms. Aid may also adjust based on co-op rotation so it is important to inform Student Financial Aid of your plans when accepting aid using the link on the award offer. Alert Enrollment Services of any adjustments to your planned rotation during the year.
| Other fees | Total | Description |
|---|---|---|
| BBP insurance | $279.00 | required for students in professional health care programs |
| CPR/AED certification | $180.00 | $90 for the course, certification lasts 2 years, 2x cost |
| AOTA Membership Fee | $225.00 | $75 per year, 3x cost |
| SOTA Membership Fee | $90.00 | $30 per year, 3x cost |
| Fieldwork Requirements | $300.00 approx. | background checks, drug screens, based on site |
Non-Tuition Costs 2023-24
Attending college costs more than just tuition (including program fees). To help you project your non-tuition expenses, the Student Financial Aid Office estimates average amounts for several student groups and cost categories.
Personal expenses vary from student-to-student but understanding these costs help students plan for expenses beyond tuition.
Estimated costs are based on at least half-time (5 hours per term) attendance. Expenses are based on individual student costs and do not include spouse or dependent costs.
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Housing and Food | $17,232 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,300 |
| Transportation (if Ohio, metro, or reciprocity tuition rate) |
$2,038 |
| Transportation (if non-resident tuition rate) |
$3,038 |
| Miscellaneous | $4,892 |
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