1. Successful completion of four years of Science, and two of the following three criteria:
2. High school GPA of 3.2 or higher in academic courses (Math, Science, History, English and Language);
3. SAT scores of 1100 or higher;
4. Rank in the top 30% of their high school class;

Entering Freshmen who meet Early Program Decision Option criteria will have a seat reserved in the graduate Occupational Therapy program contingent upon successful completion of all pre-requisites and an undergraduate major, maintenance of a 3.0 GPA throughout SHU tenure, completion of a graduate admission application by December 15^th of their junior or senior year, and an interview with the Occupational Therapy Admissions Committee at the end of their Sophomore or Junior year.

Option Two: Junior or Senior Year, Fall Term
For Sacred Heart University undergraduate students or, for students attending Universities with whom Sacred Heart University has negotiated articulation agreements, there is an opportunity to apply for Early Program Decision following the completion of specific pre-requisites based upon Sacred Heart University credentials. Application deadline is December 15.

Junior or Senior Early Decision Program Option requirements include:

1. The completion of all three science pre-requisite courses (Biology with lab, Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab, Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab), one psychology pre-requisite course, and one additional pre-requisite course in any area (Sociology, Statistics, Diversity, Ethics, Psychology);
2. Submission of a completed graduate admission application and applicable fee by the application deadline established by the Office of Graduate Admissions;
3. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended;
4. Two letters of recommendation, (one from an employer or volunteer job supervisor, one from an academic source);
5. A GPA of 3.0 or better and prerequisite GPA of 3.0 or better;
6. Interview with the Occupational Therapy Admission Committee, which will include participation in a group problem-based learning experience (conducted in spring or early summer only).

Juniors and Seniors that meet the Early Program Decision Option criteria will have a seat in the Occupational Therapy Program reserved contingent upon maintenance of a 3.0 GPA throughout their University tenure, successful completion of all pre-requisites and an undergraduate major, and an interview with the Occupational Therapy Admissions Committee at the end of their Sophomore/Junior year.

REGULAR APPLICATION OPTIONS

Option 3: Senior Year, Fall Term
For students who do not wish to apply for Early Program Decision or who do not meet the criteria, or, who are applying from universities other than Sacred Heart University.

Application deadline is January 15 or the date published by Graduate Admissions for the incoming fall class. Requirements for Regular Decision Options include:

1. Successful completion of all pre-requisite courses with a GPA of 3.0 or better;
2. Overall GPA of 3.0 and prerequisite GPA of 3.0 or better;
3. Submission of a completed graduate admission application and applicable fee;
4. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended;
5. Two letters of recommendation (one from an academic source, one from an employer or volunteer supervisor)
6. Relevant experience in the health care field;
7. Interview with the Occupational Therapy Admissions Committee, which will include participation in a group problem based learning experience

ADULT STUDENT APPLICATION OPTION AND APPLICANTS TO THE PART-TIME PROGRAM

Option 4. Adult students who have already obtained a baccalaureate degree, or adult students who wish to select the part-time program option.

Open admissions are maintained for applicants who have already obtained a baccalaureate degree in a field other than occupational therapy. Although application deadlines and admissions criteria are flexible to accommodate the unique needs of adult applicants, it is suggested that materials be received as close to the January 15^th deadline as possible. Admissions into the program are contingent upon available seats.

The part-time program is open to adult students who have obtained a baccalaureate degree and who have at least one year of full-time employment, or its equivalent, post baccalaureate degree. Enrollment is limited to five part-time students per entry class.

Requirements for admission include:

1. Completion of a baccalaureate degree;
2. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended;
3. Overall GPA of 3.0 and a prerequisite GPA of 3.0 or better;
4. Two letters of recommendation from employers/supervisors.
5. Resume outlining work experience and significant continuing education courses.
6. Interview with the Occupational Therapy Admission Committee, which will include participation in a group problem based learning experience (conducted in spring or early summer only).
7. Submission of a completed graduate admission application and applicable fee;
8. Completion of pre-requisite courses:

Pre-requisite courses in Statistics and Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II must have been completed within the past 10 years.

The pre-requisite courses in Diversity/Multicultural studies and in Ethics may be taken concurrently with the occupational therapy program but must be successfully completed before the student begins their second level II Fieldwork experience.

Alternative courses and CLEP tests for pre-requisite courses in psychology, sociology and life span development may meet pre-requisite criteria. Applicants must submit CLEP test results and, catalogue course descriptions or other relevant documentation to the Occupational Therapy Program Director to determine if the alternative course/CLEP meets pre-requisite requirements.

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