Department Chairperson and Associate Professor, Health Science
Director, Health Informatics
Health Science, BS/Occupational Therapy, MS
In this combined program, students complete both the Bachelor of Science in Health Science and the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) in five years. Students will get a strong foundation in health science and prepare them to be competent and ethical Occupational Therapy practitioners.
Location
New York City
Westchester
Number of Credits
175
Start Dates
Fall, Spring
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
Yes
Your path to becoming an occupational therapist
Students will get a strong foundation in health science including an understanding of the role of social determinants of health that contribute to health disparities and how to mitigate these effects through planning and programming. The degree will position them for successful careers working with diverse patient populations in a variety of healthcare settings and prepare them to be competent and ethical Occupational Therapy practitioners who maximize clients’ quality of life and occupation engagement through technology, evidence-based, client-centered, and inter-professional practice.
$121,000
median salary for OT graduates (Source: Glassdoor)
Top 5%
2025 best health professions bachelor's degree schools (Source: College Factual)
11%
job growth from 2023–2033 (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Health Science, BS/Occupational Therapy, MS Curriculum
In this program, students complete both the Bachelor of Science in Health Science and the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) in five years. The undergraduate degree requirements can be met on both the New York City and Pleasantville campuses, and the graduate courses in Occupational Therapy will be completed on the Pleasantville campus.
Students will get a strong foundation in health science including an understanding of the role of social determinants of health that contribute to health disparities and how to mitigate these effects through planning and programming. The degree will position them for successful careers working with diverse patient populations in a variety of healthcare settings and prepare them to be competent and ethical Occupational Therapy practitioners who maximize clients’ quality of life and occupation engagement through technology, evidence-based, client-centered, and inter-professional practice.
Take Courses Like…
- HSC 325: Patient Education and Advocacy
- OTH 610: Environmental Adaptation, Home Modifications, and Ergonomics
- OTH 620: Assistive/Telehealth Technology and Virtual Environments
MS in Occupational Therapy program features
- 2-Day Per Week Schedule
Our flexible two-day-per-week, in-person class schedule is designed to support work-life balance and optimize your time, allowing space for fieldwork, studying, or personal obligations. - State-of-the-Art Experiential Learning
Gain hands-on experience through our advanced simulation labs with simulated patients, real-world case scenarios, and immersive learning environments that bridge classroom theory with clinical reality. - Future-Forward Learning Environment
From interactive classroom strategies to faculty mentorship and clinical reasoning development, our program delivers a learning experience that’s as dynamic and forward-thinking as the profession itself. - Career-Ready in Every Way
Whether in the classroom, lab, or field, every part of the revised program is built to equip you with the confidence, competence, and compassion to thrive in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
Interdisciplinary Opportunities and Hands-On Experiences
Our program offers students opportunities to collaborate with other disciplines to learn interprofessionally and develop innovative projects. State-of-the-art laboratories, including a model OT apartment, provide students hands-on simulated living and valuable learning experiences.
There are opportunities for service learning within the local community and engaging in local and interprofessional clinical fieldwork, as well as collaboration with a faculty advisor for research projects. Additionally, students in this program have the opportunity to participate in a non-profit student-run association: Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA), to increase awareness of the Pace OT program and the profession as well as enhance professional development.
NBCOT Certification and Exam Pass Rates
In 2023, 100% of students in the Pace OT program successfully completed the program. For reported details on NBCOT exam pass rates, visit our Accreditation page on the MSOT website.
Health Science, BS/Occupational Therapy, MS Careers
Our Occupational Therapy graduates practice in a variety of settings, including long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, schools, community mental health, home health, private practices, outpatient clinics, and early intervention programs.
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Andrus
- HealthPRO Pediatrics
- A. Harry Moore School
- United Therapy Solutions
- Therodynamics
- Fox Rehabilitation
Our Graduates Are Prepared for Jobs Like
Salaries below sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and GlassDoor.
- Occupational Therapist (average salary: $98,000–$150,000)
- School-Based Occupational Therapist (average salary: $80,000–$124,000)
Pace Career Services
As a Pace student, you'll have the opportunity to work with our robust career services team to determine the career path right for you.
International Career Success Program
The INSPIRE Program (International Student Professional Readiness Program) is a required badged internship and career success program for all international students for employment eligibility, exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, there is an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Student Quote
Pace taught me to accept new challenges, be an evidence-based practitioner, and that learning never stops as a healthcare provider.
Elias Fraija ’21
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Admission and Financial Aid
Ready to take charge of your future? Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- November 1: Early Decision
- November 15: Early Action I
- December 1: Early Action II
- February 15: Regular Decision
Explore required documents and admission decision dates for first-year, transfer, and international students.
Applying for the Occupational Therapy, MS
Students are encouraged to declare interest in this combined degree program as early as freshman year, but before beginning their junior year to ensure proper course sequencing.
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Understanding the value of a degree is essential, especially in terms of return on investment (ROI). According to The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, Pace University is in the top 6% of U.S. colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment.
For the 2025–2026 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition is $52,924. However, many students pay significantly less due to our generous merit scholarships, which offer up to $33,000 annually, as well as need-based scholarships, grants, on-campus employment opportunities, and loans. Pace is more affordable than you think. Financial assistance can come from many places, including scholarships, grants, on-campus employment, and loans.
A combined degree program can help save up to 29% of MPH tuition costs and shorten the time to graduation, accelerating entry into the workforce.
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99%
Did You Know?
2024 graduate degree graduates are employed, in continuing education or service.
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Phone: (914) 773-3746
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
Offie of Graduate Admission
Mickael Pollard
Graduate Admission Counselor
Phone: (914) 773-3096
Email: mpollard2@pace.edu