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Occupational Therapy Schools in Louisiana

91 Occupational Therapy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Occupational Therapy is the 16th most popular major out of a total 86 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Occupational Therapy Majors in Louisiana

Occupational Therapy majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 91

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, a occupational therapy major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of occupational therapy majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.1%
  • Black or African American: 6.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.1%
  • White: 86.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 4.4%
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Jobs for Occupational Therapy Grads in Louisiana

2,620 people in the state and 326,380 in the nation are employed in jobs related to occupational therapy.

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Wages for Occupational Therapy Jobs in Louisiana

A typical salary for a occupational therapy grad in the state is $85,490, compared to a typical salary of $85,350 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in Louisiana that offer occupational therapy degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,827 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $59,482 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.50%.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
8,888 Total Students

The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at ULM. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,846. The 5.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
982 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 0.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $58,465 after earning their degree at this institution. 3 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Occupational Therapy Careers in LA

Some of the careers occupational therapy majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 25% $83,100
Occupational Therapists 20% $84,650

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to occupational therapy.

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Physical Therapy 101
Rehabilitation Counseling 43
Recreational Therapy 21
Music Therapy 10

View all majors related to Occupational Therapy

View Nationwide Occupational Therapy Report

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