Admission and Aid

Trine University OTD Program 

Trine University's OTD program does not offer credit for previous work experience, experiential learning, coursework, or advanced placement. Transfer credit will not be accepted. This policy ensures that all students complete the full scope of the OTD curriculum to meet program standards and achieve the competencies necessary for the degree.

Trine University's Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program focuses on providing equal opportunities to all undergraduate students seeking a career that offers a wide range of practice settings. A few examples of where occupational therapists (OTs) can specialize include school-based services, behavioral health, intensive care units, and beyond. The OTD program was specifically designed to recruit a diverse population of students and provide a curriculum that will create equitable learning for all students. The curriculum uses a spiral model and provides opportunities for students to gain exposure to content, explore the implications of real-world practice, and demonstrate mastery. Faculty will offer learner-based instruction and provide hands-on multimodal educational experiences.

College Graduate Path

Using OTCAS, please review and submit the following items below to complete the application process for Trine University’s OTD Program.

1. Applicants must graduate with a bachelor's degree from an accredited school with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale).
   • Due to grading changes made by schools in response to the COVID-19 situation, grades of satisfactory (S), pass (PA), and the like will be accepted for courses submitted for evidence of preparation for OTD admission (completed from January through August 2020).
   • Optional submission of GRE scores through the OTCAS System. The GRE code for Trine University is 1811.
2. Two letters of recommendation
3. Personal Essay- Candidates must complete a personal essay explaining why they desire to pursue an occupational therapy career. The submission should summarize lessons learned from personal life experiences or interactions/observations with healthcare professionals.
4. Evidence of Preparation: Reflect on undergraduate courses to rate readiness in 4 category areas to ensure preparation for an entry-level OTD program. Applicants must select and submit at least one course from their transcript that applies to each category below. For submitted courses, the applicant will rate their understanding of each area using a 5-point Likert scale and provide a description addressing how the selected courses relate to occupational therapy and career goals.
   • Professional writing
   • Human nature
   • Research, statistics, medical terminology
   • Behavioral sciences
5. Participate in a program interview, virtual or onsite

Application Procedures 

• Submit a completed application in the OTCAS system. 
• Optional submission of GRE scores through the OTCAS System. The GRE code for Trine University is 1811.
• Participate in a program interview, virtual or onsite.

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