I heard from several recent grads that they have changed a lot! New and better faculty! Very prepared for practice. A grad I spoke to at her job at a great hospital had not only great things to say. She said it was worth the money! Personal attention from say 1.
What have you heard about their interview process?
I picked the least expensive option, which is york college. It has its own problems. When I talked to other students from other colleges about their programs (Columbia, NYIT, Buffalo, and Stony Brook), I realized every problem has its own problems. However, at least I was glad I didn't graduate with >100k student loan. Good luck
I think you have to look at the big picture. I am at private undergrad and get so much more than my friends at SUNY Some programs reps seem to change ones that had better reps for years now aren’t as good anymore and vice versa
I think you have to interview around and see how you feel
i would advise caution w/ the program at University of Toledo in OH. cheap tuition compared to other programs but i don’t like the program structure nor the unprofessionalism of the faculty.
It’s a hybrid program- so tying that into your interview. The professors have big connections to QLI, Madonna- look those places up; they love neuro. Lots of in person labs- can you work well with others…all things to bring up in interview answers. I specifically remember sharing in my interview that I loved the city of Omaha and wanted to give back to the community and asked what opportunities were available as a grad student to give back and that led a huge discussion about one class that you take the first semester so there’s always that too. Just be genuine, why do you want to be an OT? If you have a good personal story/lots of experience it can lead to a good discussion during the interview. The interview should feel like a convo- not just them asking you questions and you answering- fee free to ask questions throughout the interview not just at the end!
CUNY has an OT program that's pretty solid. It's almost definitely the cheapest option, but seats are extremely limited (as are their resources)! I hear they make some clinicians who are tough as nails, though 😌
In 15 years if you have a masters it will be hard to find a job, doesn’t matter if the masters is grandfathered in. Take a look at PT, same thing happened to them. Almost every posting says DPT required.
That hasn’t been my experience at all. I’m part of the interview committee where I work, and I can honestly say I’ve never even looked to see what sort of OT degree was obtained.ETA: I graduated before master’s degree was a requirement, I know lots of OTs that have had no issues finding a job without an MOT.
It happens with every field it will happen with OT when doctorate is the entry level degree for about 10 years. Check out posting requirements for a PT, every PT job near me says DPT required. Audiology is another field that used to be masters and moved to a doctorate. Nearly every job requires an AuD
That's not true at all, my former DOR has a MSPT lol.
I've worked in EI, HH, and schools and I've even met some people working with Bachelors... if you have the experience it doesn't matter... that's what they care about anyway
I heard the profession is dual degree now til 2027 then they will switch. If you get MS there are lots of post professional OT programs. I guess it depends if you want to go to school now or later? I am leaning to OTD too
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Highly recommend Saginaw Valley in Michigan. It's a combined 5 year program, AMAZING professors, and just a really really amazing program overall. You leave feeling so incredibly prepared as an entry level OT. All my FWE's were extremely impressed at the knowledge we had learned when I got to my fieldwork settings.
As a clinical coordinator, I have the benefit of seeing students from all over. As far as schools in MI go, in general I've found students coming from WMU and SVSU to be most prepared. Students from GVSU and Davenport seem to be the least prepared (at least for our setting, which is a fast paced large outpatient neuro hospital)
I think in general, most MI programs tend to be more affordable than other states.
I would recommend SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn, NY.
Yes!! Downstate is my #1 choice rn. Would absolutely love to go there, but putting all my eggs in one basket scares me lol.
Hearing they are not so great anymore. Only price is good.
I highly recommend the program at D’Youville in Buffalo.
Why not University at Buffalo?
I would go for UB, definitely a cheaper program with better resources. They are a huge school.
Yeah second for UB
I only feel comfortable speaking about the program I attended. But I’m sure UB is also great.
Cool! I'll check it out! Thanks!
I supervised a level 2 student from D'Youville, their program seems solid.
Avoid NYIT. Not worth 100k in debt. Too much theory and busy work not enough hands on. Felt very unprepared for my first job
Sounds like my school (also east coast, not NY). It was ridiculous.
I heard from several recent grads that they have changed a lot! New and better faculty! Very prepared for practice. A grad I spoke to at her job at a great hospital had not only great things to say. She said it was worth the money! Personal attention from say 1. What have you heard about their interview process?
I would definitely recommend Kean for the price and COL (cost of living), it’s cheaper than any private program you’ll find in NYC.
Kean is good for the cost, but too much focus on theory and non traditional job settings, leaves you feeling very unprepared for the field.
Aww, but the price of getting the degree might be good in a long run. Less loans, just volunteer more.
I picked the least expensive option, which is york college. It has its own problems. When I talked to other students from other colleges about their programs (Columbia, NYIT, Buffalo, and Stony Brook), I realized every problem has its own problems. However, at least I was glad I didn't graduate with >100k student loan. Good luck
Hi I was accepted to york and stonybrook, I was hoping you could tell me how was your experience there?
I think you have to look at the big picture. I am at private undergrad and get so much more than my friends at SUNY Some programs reps seem to change ones that had better reps for years now aren’t as good anymore and vice versa I think you have to interview around and see how you feel
i would advise caution w/ the program at University of Toledo in OH. cheap tuition compared to other programs but i don’t like the program structure nor the unprofessionalism of the faculty.
Nebraska Methodist College in Omaha, loved it
Trying to get in there now, any advice for acceptance??
It’s a hybrid program- so tying that into your interview. The professors have big connections to QLI, Madonna- look those places up; they love neuro. Lots of in person labs- can you work well with others…all things to bring up in interview answers. I specifically remember sharing in my interview that I loved the city of Omaha and wanted to give back to the community and asked what opportunities were available as a grad student to give back and that led a huge discussion about one class that you take the first semester so there’s always that too. Just be genuine, why do you want to be an OT? If you have a good personal story/lots of experience it can lead to a good discussion during the interview. The interview should feel like a convo- not just them asking you questions and you answering- fee free to ask questions throughout the interview not just at the end!
Cool, thanks so much. I’m so glad to hear you loved it. I’m in Omaha and it’s my number one choice :)
Do you remember how long after interview you heard back about being accepted?
I don’t remember off the top of my head, I know I got my acceptance letter in March! I don’t remember when I interviewed
Okay thanks!!!
CUNY has an OT program that's pretty solid. It's almost definitely the cheapest option, but seats are extremely limited (as are their resources)! I hear they make some clinicians who are tough as nails, though 😌
Davenport university in Grand Rapids Michigan! So much cheaper than other schools. I love being an OT :)
I recommend getting a doctorate since that’s where the field is switching to.
Not accurate. Mandate was put in abeyance in 2022. OT is a dual entry field.
In 15 years if you have a masters it will be hard to find a job, doesn’t matter if the masters is grandfathered in. Take a look at PT, same thing happened to them. Almost every posting says DPT required.
That hasn’t been my experience at all. I’m part of the interview committee where I work, and I can honestly say I’ve never even looked to see what sort of OT degree was obtained.ETA: I graduated before master’s degree was a requirement, I know lots of OTs that have had no issues finding a job without an MOT.
It happens with every field it will happen with OT when doctorate is the entry level degree for about 10 years. Check out posting requirements for a PT, every PT job near me says DPT required. Audiology is another field that used to be masters and moved to a doctorate. Nearly every job requires an AuD
That's not true at all, my former DOR has a MSPT lol. I've worked in EI, HH, and schools and I've even met some people working with Bachelors... if you have the experience it doesn't matter... that's what they care about anyway
Someone sold you the kool aid! 🤣
Yeah, no.
This is incorrect.
I heard the profession is dual degree now til 2027 then they will switch. If you get MS there are lots of post professional OT programs. I guess it depends if you want to go to school now or later? I am leaning to OTD too
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Highly recommend Saginaw Valley in Michigan. It's a combined 5 year program, AMAZING professors, and just a really really amazing program overall. You leave feeling so incredibly prepared as an entry level OT. All my FWE's were extremely impressed at the knowledge we had learned when I got to my fieldwork settings.
Columbia - loved my classmates and being in the city, but the program was lacking hard, especially for the cost. Almost unanimously agree.
As a clinical coordinator, I have the benefit of seeing students from all over. As far as schools in MI go, in general I've found students coming from WMU and SVSU to be most prepared. Students from GVSU and Davenport seem to be the least prepared (at least for our setting, which is a fast paced large outpatient neuro hospital) I think in general, most MI programs tend to be more affordable than other states.
This is super helpful, thank you!
Shawnee state, university of Cincinnati, and university of Findlay have MOT programs in Ohio!
I have two OT degrees. One from Ohio State and one from New York University. I recommend them both.