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Utica University

Utica, NY

Occupational Therapy Schools Public For-Profit

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Degrees: MS, eOTD

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Website: https://www.utica.edu/academics/programs/occupational-therapy-post-professional-doctorate-online

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About the School

Utica University is a private institution located in Utica, New York, offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs through its School of Health Professions and Education. The university was established in 1946 and sits on a 128‑acre suburban campus. The Occupational Therapy department operates within this school and is approved by the New York State Education Department, with full accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) for its entry-level doctoral and master’s programs.

Curriculum

The entry-level OTD program at Utica builds on liberal arts and foundational health science training, offering two pathways: a 6‑year combined BS+OTD for freshmen and a 3‑year graduate entry route for those with a relevant bachelor’s degree. It includes a total of 105 credits across eight semesters, blending classroom instruction, lab work, Level II fieldwork placements, and a 14‑week capstone experience. The curriculum is designed to develop generalist competencies in years 1 and 2, then focus on advocacy, leadership, research, and education in year 3, preparing graduates to act as change agents in the profession.

Facilities

Instruction takes place on Utica’s main campus housed within modern facilities in the School of Health Professions and Education, including dedicated OT labs and a sensory room in Gordon Science Center. Students engage in hands-on learning through community partnerships with sites like the Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, local schools, and rehabilitation centers. These on-campus and off-campus settings provide practical training in clinical skills, treatment planning, and service delivery within real-world environments.

Demographics

Across the combined OT programs (master’s and entry-level doctorate) from 2022 to 2024, Utica recorded a perfect 100% graduation rate with 138 students completing their degrees. The master’s program typically enrolls cohorts of 20–25 students per year. In graduate OT demographics, approximately 91% of students identify as female, and about 88% identify as White, with the remaining population comprised of Hispanic/Latino, Black, and multiracial students, reflecting both regional and national trends in gender and racial representation in the field.

SDN Insights

Our analysis of UTICA:

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Student Loan Burden: $163,835

A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at UTICA, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $163,835. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.

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Cost of Living: Equal to National Average

The cost of living at UTICA is approximately equal to the average cost of living at medical schools nationwide. While planning your finances, you can expect typical expenses comparable to most medical institutions.

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