Occupational Therapy (BS)

Occupational therapy is a diverse field that assists people with disabilities or other challenges to live the best lives possible. By focusing on the physical, psychological and social needs of its patients, occupational therapy assists people in developing skills and attitudes to adapt to injury, disease, and disability so that their lives become more productive and meaningful.

Why a B.S. Degree in Occupational Therapy?

Can you envision yourself in a diverse career field assisting people with disabilities or other challenges to live the best lives possible? Do you enjoy learning about biology, physiology, and psychology and how you can use those concepts to help others adapt to an injury, disease, or disability? If you answered yes, then a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy could be the perfect fit for you!

About the Occupational Therapy Major

Our B.S. in Occupational Therapy is part of a five-year cooperative 3+2 program, in which students spend their first three years at McKendree and final two years at Washington University’s School of Medicine. Once you meet all requirements for the major, including one year in the Occupational Therapy program at Washington University, you’ll earn your bachelor’s degree from McKendree. By completing one more year of graduate work, you’ll earn a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Washington University.

Occupational Therapy majors pursuing their master’s degree must complete at least 30 hours of volunteer time in an Occupational Therapy related setting. 

Why McKendree?

McKendree University provides you with interactive learning opportunities through our small class sizes, experienced faculty, and unique internship experiences that move you beyond the classroom. We are committed to your success in the degree programs we offer, the internships and extracurricular activities that will set you apart, and the college experience you’ll get here. Just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, Missouri, McKendree University is located in historic Lebanon, Illinois, and affords students a host of enriching cultural, career, and entertainment opportunities.