Wondering what it's like to be a student in the Pre-Occupational Therapy Program here at the University of Cincinnati? As a student in this cutting-edge program, you'll be equipped with the knowledge, tools, hands-on experience, and community engagement needed to excel. Learn what opportunities are available to you as you embark on your unique undergraduate experience.
Esha Kothari, 4th year Health Sciences - Pre Occupational Therapy Program major
I am a 4th-year student in the Health Sciences - Pre-Occupational Therapy Program. I chose UC’s Pre-OT program because many other institutions do not offer an undergraduate program where the curriculum is directly in line with the profession I wanted to pursue. I found that the curriculum was very focused on creating a strong foundation for students prior to enrolling in a graduate program for Occupational Therapy.
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Occupational Therapy students help elderly woman at an OT clinic.
The University of Cincinnati's Pre-Occupational Therapy Club’s goals are to bring together students who are interested in pursuing a future in occupational therapy. We help our students obtain relevant volunteer experience, shadowing information, and job opportunity information. This club will provide the information needed when it comes to skills such as:
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37.63% of students find employment after obtaining their bachelor's degree in Health Sciences while 61.29% go on to continue their education in their designated field of study.
*Information above is sourced from the Office of Institutional Research. The data reflects student outcomes from all tracks within the Undergraduate Health Science Major which includes but is not limited to Pre- Occupational Therapy students.
The average annual starting salary for students who have studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Cincinnati is $58,602.
Allied Health Students: Kaleb Gerken, Dani Ameh, and Anastasia Russell (left to right)
Every student's educational journey is unique. Together with the University of Cincinnati's centralized programs and resources, The College of Allied Health Sciences provides a wide range of solution-based services, intended to remove obstacles and clear the pathway to success.
January 29, 2024
Greer Downing a UC Health Sciences pre-occupational therapy student gives students insights into how to have well-rounded college experience.
August 23, 2023
UC OT students put on Successful Aging in the Geriatric Experience (SAGE) event on July 20 at the Green Township Senior Center.
March 28, 2023
Innovation in action occurs regularly inside the University of Cincinnati's Ground Floor Makerspace. Designing or adapting devices for individuals with unique needs is an essential skill for students to develop as they pursue their master’s degrees in occupational therapy through the UC College of Allied Health Sciences.
