About Occupational Therapy [m.o.t.] in Eastern Michigan University (EMU)
Established in 1941, Eastern Michigan University’s Occupational Therapy Program has a long-standing tradition of excellence, providing competent and caring professionals to the local community and throughout the State of Michigan and across the nation.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts that occupational therapists’ employment will grow 29 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. This prediction is based on the overall population growth and the increasing demand for services for those aged 75 years and older who require occupational therapy services to improve their quality of life. Also, emerging practice areas for occupational therapists in driver rehabilitation and fall prevention continue to develop. Occupational therapists are employed in diverse settings, including but not limited to: hospitals, schools, rehabilitation facilities, long-term care facilities, home health care, and areas of prevention and wellness. Occupational Therapy was rated the 19th best job overall by U.S. News and World Report (2021).
There are two routes of entry to the occupational therapy degree. Student applicants are integrated into one cohort once admitted into the program. Please carefully review the tracks below to identify which option fits you.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.0
- TOEFL IBT: 75
- PTE : 53
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Highlights
| College Type |
Public |
| Endowment |
67.2 Million USD |
| Student Retention Rate |
73% |
| Work-study program |
yes |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; Part-time; online |
| Campus Housing Capacity |
22% |
| English language proficiency score |
TOEFL or equivalent |
| Financial Aid |
Available as grants, awards and scholarships |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admissions@emich.edu;
734 487-3060 |
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee |
Cost |
| Michigan Resident Tuition |
$13,658 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,000 |
| Other Fees |
$100 |
| Room and Board |
$10,370 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,438 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$27,566 |
| Fee |
Cost |
| Out of State Resident Tuition |
$13,658 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,000 |
| Other Fees |
$100 |
| Room and Board |
$10,370 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,438 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$27,566 |
