Department of Occupational Therapy

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Occupational Therapy Programs and Degrees

We offer a graduate-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate, as well as a Ph.D. in Occupation and Rehabilitation Science taught by faculty who are engaged in nationally and internationally recognized research and community outreach. Our rigorous curriculum and fieldwork training give us a reputation as one of the best occupational therapy schools in the country.

Explore Programs and Degrees

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Hands-On Learning

In the classroom

Giving you the education and skills to work with a variety of populations across the age spectrum from infancy through old age – all in small classroom settings.

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Doing research

Be mentored by researchers who are making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

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During your fieldwork experiences

Practice the concepts learned in class through real-life hands-on experiences.

Connecting to the Community

Career Opportunities

Do you want to help others live life to the fullest? Consider pursuing a degree in occupational therapy.

Occupational Therapy Alumni

Connect and keep in touch with our department and CSU.

Outreach Programs

Our service outreach programs offer services to the CSU community by focusing on increasing access for people with disabilities.

Assistive Technology Resource Center

Ensuring you have access to advanced technology to be successful as a CSU student or employee.

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Center for Community Partnerships

We give our students and community the resources to help you participate in everyday life.

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Contact Us

Occupational Therapy Main Office

Physical Location:: 200 Occupational Therapy Building
800 Oval Drive
Hours:: Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Mailing Address:: 1573 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1573
Phone:: (970) 491-6253
Email:: otinfo@colostate.edu

Accreditation

Accreditation and Program Outcomes

We were granted a seven-year accreditation from our accrediting body, ACOTE®, in December 2024.
Information on the accreditation process and standards are available on the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education website.
- 7501 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814, (301) 652-6611.
Program data and outcomes are available on the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) website.

Other resources

OTD cost of attendance
Graduate School policies and procedures: CSU Graduate and Professional Bulletin

Ranked 1st In the nation by U.S. News and World Report

Department of Occupational Therapy Optimizing Performance and Participation

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