Skip to main content
    Back to Programs
    University of Southern California

    Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Los Angeles, USMAIn-person2 years
    $73,260.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    80
    Credits

    Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California is a 80-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $73,260.

    About the program

    Two-year program including foundational courses, practice immersions in adult physical rehabilitation, mental health, and pediatrics, and elective options in specialty areas such as children and youth.

    Focus: coursework
    #1 (tie) US News & World Report 2026 Occupational Therapy

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min minimum score of 153 on the verbal section, 144 on the quantitative section and a 3.5 on the analytical writing section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
    V 153 · Q 144
    TOEFL
    required
    Min satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
    IELTS
    required
    Min satisfactory score on the ... International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,244.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California is $73,260 across 80 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California is structured around 2 years and 80 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (A = 4.0)
    What work-permit options follow Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at University of Southern California: 12 months OPT (US)