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Occupational Therapy Schools in Pennsylvania

1,136 Occupational Therapy students earned their degrees in the state in <nil>.

As a degree choice, Occupational Therapy is the 8th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Occupational Therapy Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 677
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 327
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 327
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 327
Bachelor’s Degree 72
Associate Degree 31
Post-Master’s Certificate 29
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 29

Gender Distribution

In Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.5%
  • Black or African American: 3.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.7%
  • White: 76.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.8%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Occupational Therapy Grads in Pennsylvania

In this state, there are 19,860 people employed in jobs related to an occupational therapy degree, compared to 326,380 nationwide.

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Wages for Occupational Therapy Jobs in Pennsylvania

In this state, occupational therapy grads earn an average of $81,030. Nationwide, they make an average of $85,350.

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There are 10 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer occupational therapy degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

164 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
8,270 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $22,018. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.70%.

#2

Salus University

Elkins Park
88 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,186 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 84% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.30%.

84 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
4,596 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $48,210 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.28 years to complete their degree at Gannon.

#4

Chatham University

Pittsburgh
73 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
2,439 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. 100% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
33,230 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $27,926. Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
3,034 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $29,562. Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years.

63 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
2,239 Total Students

An average student at Misericordia University will pay a net price of $26,445. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#8

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh
62 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
8,300 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.20%. This private school has an average net price of $33,823. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years.

#9

Temple University

Philadelphia
58 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
35,626 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.33 years to complete their degree at Temple. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
4,692 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $34,136. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time.

Occupational Therapy Careers in PA

Some of the careers occupational therapy majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 23% $79,920
Occupational Therapists 21% $78,340

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Physical Therapy 1,232
Other Rehabilitation Professions 271
Art Therapy 226
Rehabilitation Science 224
Recreational Therapy 99
Music Therapy 94
Orthotist/Prosthetist 24
Dance Therapy 19

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