Registration Procedures

Students fully admitted to the program will register electronically through the Cavalier Center. A registration pin # and instructions will be provided by Graduate Admissions.

Academic Standards

The Occupational Therapy program has two primary academic standards:

  • Students must maintain a B (3.0) overall GPA throughout the program
  • Students must receive a course grade of B- or higher in every course

The Post Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PPOTD) program follows the Student Retention Policy in the OT Program Student handbook, which outlines a stepped process of formative and summative assessment geared to ensure that students are informed of their academic standing and status in the program. Students who do not meet one or more of the primary academic standards may be given a warning and/or placed on probation with remediation as deemed appropriate prior to dismissal from the program.

Appeals

The PPOTD program adheres to the University guidelines for the appeal process as outlined in the Graduate Catalog. In addition, specific programmatic policies that lead up to the University appeal process are outlined in the Program Student Handbook.

Withdrawal

Students may need to withdraw from the program for various reasons including a medical leave of absence. Students wishing to return to complete the PPOTD program at a later time should meet with their academic advisor or the program director to establish a plan prior to withdrawal. Students who are dismissed from the program will not have the option to return to complete the program.

Academic Advising

Upon entry into the PPOTD program, each student is assigned an academic advisor. This advisor will assist/counsel the student as needed to help ensure success in the program. Students are required to meet regularly (at least one time per semester) with their advisor to facilitate communication and progression in the curriculum. If at any time there is a need for a change in academic advisor, the student and current advisor will present their request to the program director. The Office of Counseling Services is available in the David Campus Center for students having difficulties beyond the scope of academic advising.