Clinic and hospital settings, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, educational institutions, administration, school-based practice, private practice and community-base agencies.
Admissions Requirements
Proof of completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
GPA 3.2 minimum (pre-requisites and cumulative)
Minimum 40 hours volunteer/work experience in an occupational therapy department.
NOTE: GRE is not required
Prerequisites
Human Anatomy with a lab*
Human Physiology with a lab*
Human Lifespan Development
Intro to Statistics*
All pre-requisite coursework must be completed by December of the year submitting application
*These courses must have been taken within 5 years prior of application to our program. *Grades of prerequisites below B- are not accepted.
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 12
Year 2 12
Year 3 12
Tuition & Fees
$51,271
$38,811
$34,009
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school)
$1,785
$585
$360
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 12
Year 2 12
Year 3 12
Living Expense (Food & Housing Allowance) Students will be assigned one of the following Living Expense Budget Options:
On Campus Dorm
$15,780
$15,780
$15,780
LLU Owned Rental Property
$25,200
$25,200
$25,200
LLU Owned Rental w/ Dependents
$26,400
$26,400
$26,400
Undergraduate Dependent w/ Parents
$9,600
$9,600
$9,600
Off Campus
$25,200
$25,200
$25,200
Transportation Allowance
$4,200
$3,763
$4,200
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses
$4,200
$3,763
$4,200
Federal Student Loan Fees
$217
$217
$217
Cost of Obtaining Professional License
0
0
0
Dependent Care (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Disability-Related Expenses (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Notes
View information on our Student Health Care Plans here.
Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.