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Fast-Track Your Doctor of Occupational Therapy Degree

UVU + Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Accelerated Pathway Partnership

Start your doctoral journey early—and graduate earlier

Through a unique partnership between Utah Valley University (UVU) and Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø of Health Professions (Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø), qualified UVU Bachelor of Health Sciences students can enter Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program during their senior year at UVU. This accelerated pathway allows you to save a full year on your education while seamlessly transitioning from your undergraduate degree at UVU to your doctoral training at Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø.

Why Choose the Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Accelerated Pathway?

  • Graduate Sooner – Begin Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s OTD program during your senior year at UVU and complete your doctorate in less time.
  • ÌýSeamless Transition – Move directly from your bachelor’s into the OTD program without losing momentum.
  • Hands-On Training – Learn in Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s state-of-the-art OT labs and gain practical experience in clinical settings.
  • Supportive Faculty Mentorship – Receive guidance from Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø faculty at both UVU and Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø throughout your journey.
  • A Rewarding Career – Enter one of today’s fastest-growing healthcare fields and make a lasting impact on individuals’ independence and quality of life.

How It Works

  1. Enroll in UVU’s Bachelor of Health Sciences program.
  2. Apply to Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s Entry-Level OTD program during your undergraduate studies.
  3. Begin your OTD coursework in your senior year at UVU.
  4. Graduate with your doctorate a year earlier than traditional pathways.

Take the Next Step

Interested in learning more about the UVU + Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø accelerated pathway into the Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program? Complete the form on this page, and we will connect you with an advisor who can help you plan your path to becoming an occupational therapist.

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