Program Costs
2023-2024
Total OTAT Program = 61 credit hours
Tuition and fees
| County residents: | $124.54/credit hour x 61 = | $7,596.94 |
| Out-of-county residents: | $154.08/credit hour x 61 = | $9,398.88 |
Additional program expenses
| Average textbooks cost | $1,300 |
| Clinical compliance/background check | $130 |
| Program polo shirt | $60 |
| CPR | $65 |
| Liability insurance (12.50 per year) | $25 added with registration |
| Supplemental fees ($35 per course x 4) | $140 added with registration |
| Institutional fees | $70 added with registration |
| OT Association membership fees | $100 |
| Continuing education course | $100 |
| Total (additional program expenses) | $1,990 |
Total costs
| Total for county resident | $9,586.94 |
| Total for out-of-county resident | $11,388.88 |
Costs are approximate, will vary per student, and are subject to change. Costs indicated do not include expenses related to class supplies, travel (including parking) and meals. Uniform requirements, clinical requirements/onboarding fees and additionally required drug screening at clinical sites will vary, and are not included in program cost. Additional expenses are incurred for the national certification exam and licensure fees.
License, application, certification and/or examination costs
Graduates of an accredited/approved entry-level occupational therapy assistant program are eligible to sit for the certification exam. Information related to the process can be found at www.nbcot.org. Eligible candidates must apply for authorization to take the examination by completing the NCBOT Certification Examination Application either online or via a paper copy.
Certification examination cost
Online exam application fee: $515
Paper exam application fee: $555
Many states have limited ability to practice prior to successful completion of the certification examination and/or limited practice while awaiting the licensing application to be processed. Ohio is one of the states that requires a license before beginning to practice occupational therapy. Graduates of the Tri-C OTA Program planning to practice in Ohio must contact the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board, 77 High Street, 16th Floor, Columbus, OH 43266-0317. The phone number is 614-466-3774.
For specific information on license application fees, limited permits, licensure and Ohio laws and rules for occupational therapy providers, visit the OT/PT/AT Board web site: http://otptat.ohio.gov.
Ohio licensure fee: $100
Helpful links
View Tri-C's Tuition and Fee Schedule.
To determine what costs may be covered by financial aid, contact Student Financial Aid and Scholarships. View more information.