Rockhurst University Doctor of Occupational Therapy Degree Tuition and Fees

The Rockhurst University Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program has locked-in tuition rates for each incoming class. The tuition rate approved by the University each year will be guaranteed throughout the cohort's time in the program. The institutional fees and other program costs are estimated to help the student plan accordingly.   

Institutional Fees

• University fees
• Student activity fee
• Liability insurance
• Graduation fees
• Parking fees 

Books and Program-related Expenses

• Lab and course fees
• Books and course materials
• AOTA student membership
• Physical exam
• Additional background searches, drug tests, and immunizations as required by fieldwork sites

Class of 2025

For the cohort of students entering the OTD program in May 2023 and graduating in December 2025, the total program cost will be an estimated $98,550.88. This does not include housing and living-related expenses, travel and housing during clinical education, and technology expenses (laptop required). You may consider using this website when calculating living expenses: livingwage.mit.edu.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Rockhurst University graduate assistantships and departmental and college-level scholarships are available for application. We offer the Dean’s Scholarship in Occupational Therapy, Teresa R. LaManno Scholarship, Rues Family Scholarship, and Emerging OT Professional Scholarship. Students are encouraged to explore AOTA and AOTF for external scholarship opportunities.

Breakdown of Costs

For more information on OT fees and the DOT program, write to beth.harris@rockhurst.edu.