Wondering which MSOT track is right for you? Explore below for more information about each program track.
Full-Time Track
Dive in and immerse yourself in the most efficient occupational therapy program in the Pacific Northwest.
Over six semesters, you’ll take 4-5 courses each semester, spend five days a week on campus, and complete full-time Level II Fieldwork experiences—earning your MSOT in just two years.
Designed for students ready to fully commit to an intensive, hands-on learning experience.
Part-Time Track
Balance life and learning with PNWU’s only part-time MSOT program in the Pacific Northwest.
Spread over 3 to 3.5 years, students take 2-3 courses per semester and spend 1-2 days per week on campus. Level II Fieldwork can be completed full- or part-time, offering flexibility for work or personal commitments while earning your MSOT.
Perfect for students who desire a slower pace without compromising quality.
| Full-Time Track | Part-Time Track | |
| Program Length | 2 Years (6 semesters) | 3-3.5 Years* (9 semesters) |
| Total Tuition Cost | $93,586 | $94,989 |
| Annual Tuition Cost | $46,793 | $31,663 |
| Admissions Requirements | View admissions criteria | Same as the full-time track |
| Curriculum | Students take 4-5 courses each didactic semester. See curriculum schedule. | Students take 2-3 courses each didactic semester. See curriculum schedule. |
| Average days on campus per week | 5 | 1-2 |
| Completion of Level II Fieldwork | Student complete Level II Academic Fieldwork Experiences on a full-time basis | Student may complete Level II Academic Fieldwork Experiences on a fulltime or part-time basis* Student who complete Level II Fieldwork experiences fulltime may finish the program in 3 years and those who complete Level II Fieldwork rotations part-time may complete the program in 3.5 years |
| Degree conferred | MSOT | MSOT |
| Who would benefit? | Anyone wanting an immersive, full-time educational experience. The PNWU full-time track is the most efficient OT educational option in the Pacific Northwest. | Anyone needing to pursue OT education at a slower pace. The PNWU Part-time track is the only part-time track option in the Pacific Northwest, and it allows students increased flexibility to work or attend to other life demands while pursuing occupational therapy education. |
| Total number up students accepted annually | Up to 40 | Up to 8 |
| Start date | One cohort starts each fall | One cohort starts each fall |
Full-Time and Part-Time Tracks
Contact Information
Heather Fritz, PhD, OTR/L CHC
Associate Professor and Founding Dean
School of Occupational Therapy
MultiCare Learning Center, Room 107
hfritz@pnwu.edu
509-249-7956
Jami Flick, PhD, MS, OTR/L
Director of Clinical Education
School of Occupational Therapy
MultiCare Learning Center, Room 123
jflick@pnwu.edu
509-249-7956
Kathleen Carrillo, BSHM
Executive Assistant to the Dean
School of Occupational Therapy
MultiCare Learning Center, Room 105
kcarrillo@pnwu.edu
509-249-7839