Process and Timeline
Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy
July 2026: The application opens on OTCAS (see OTCAS site for exact opening date, usually mid/late July)
October 15, 2026: Deadline for priority application review.
January 15, 2027: Deadline for general application review.
Decisions are typically sent about a month after the submission deadline.
Applications must be VERIFIED on OTCAS by the deadlines listed above. We recommend submitting at least 2 weeks early to ensure your application will be verified. If you have any concerns, please reach out to the admissions office.
If you have any questions, please reach out to otadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu.