Occupational Therapy Doctorate Tuition & Financial Aid

Earning a doctorate degree in occupational therapy at Pacific University is an investment in your future. We are here to help you plan a financing strategy for your education.

The Financial Aid Office determines eligibility for all federal loan and employment programs and provides resources for students interested in borrowing through private and alternative loan programs. The process of financing a graduate education can be challenging; the Financial Aid Office is committed to making the process as manageable as possible.

Review occupational therapy doctorate tuition, program costs and financial aid below.

Occupational Therapy Doctorate Tuition 2026-2027

Tuition and fees are based on standard program enrollment.

Occupational Therapy Year 1
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance
DIRECT COSTS (CHARGED BY PACIFIC UNIVERSITY)				INDIRECT COSTS (BASED ON 12 MONTHS)
	Fall	Spring	Summer	Housing & Utilities	$18,288
Tuition: $44,691	$18,764	$18,764	$7,163	Food	$5,400
Fees: $664	$332	$332	$ -	Books/Supplies	$1,512
Total	$19,096	$19,096	$7,163	Transportation	$3,300
TOTAL DIRECT/INDIRECT COSTS				Required Program Expenses	$1,620
Total Direct Costs			$45,355	Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$1,500
Total Indirect Costs			$34,164	Loan Origination Fee (federal loans)	$2,544
Total Costs			$79,519	Total	$34,164
Fee Breakdown: UIS Services: $120; Health Management System: $124; Student Support Service: $420

Occupational Therapy Year 2
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance
DIRECT COSTS (CHARGED BY PACIFIC UNIVERSITY)				INDIRECT COSTS (BASED ON 12 MONTHS)
	Fall	Spring	Summer	Housing & Utilities	$18,288
Tuition: $44,691	$18,764	$18,764	$7,163	Food	$5,400
Fees: $664	$332	$332	$ -	Books/Supplies	$915
Total	$19,096	$19,096	$7,163	Transportation	$3,300
TOTAL DIRECT/INDIRECT COSTS				Required Program Expenses	$429
Total Direct Costs			$45,355	Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$1,500
Total Indirect Costs			$33,876	Fieldwork	$1,500
Total Costs			$79,231	Loan Origination Fee (federal loans)	$2,544
Total Costs			$79,231	Total	$33,876
Fee Breakdown: UIS Services: $120; Health Management System: $124; Student Support Service: $420

Occupational Therapy Year 3
2026-2027 Cost of Attendance
DIRECT COSTS (CHARGED BY PACIFIC UNIVERSITY)				INDIRECT COSTS (BASED ON 12 MONTHS)
	Fall	Spring	Summer	Housing & Utilities	$18,288
Tuition: $44,691	$18,764	$18,764	$7,163	Food	$5,400
Fees: $764	$332	$332	$ 100	Books/Supplies	$300
Total	$19,096	$19,096	$7,263	Transportation	$3,300
TOTAL DIRECT/INDIRECT COSTS				Required Program Expenses	$1,686
Total Direct Costs			$45,455	Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$1,500
Total Indirect Costs			$39,048	Fieldwork	$6,000
Total Costs			$84,503	Loan Origination Fee (federal loans)	$2,544
Total Costs			$84,503	Total	$39,048
Fee Breakdown: UIS Services: $120; Health Management System: $124; Student Support Service: $420; Graduation: $100

	Direct Costs	Indirect Costs	Total
Year 1	$45,355	$34,164	$79,519
Year 2	$45,355	$33,876	$79,231
Year 3	$45,455	$39,048	$84,503
TOTAL	$136,165	$107,088	$243,253

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Financial Aid

To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available annually beginning October 1. To explore and understand available financing options, we recommend that you file the FAFSA no later than February 15, prior to the start of the academic year. It is not necessary to be accepted for admission prior to submitting a FAFSA.

Loans

Federal Student Loan Programs

Federal student loan programs offer:

Fixed interest rates, set annually by the federal government
Income-driven repayment plans
Loan forgiveness plans

Private Loans

Alternative loans are available through private lenders. Eligibility is generally based on a borrower’s employment history, credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and enrollment status. Students are encouraged to explore federal student loan options before applying for alternative student loans.

Learn more about federal student loans for graduate and professional programs.

Federal Work Study

Federal work study funds part-time jobs for students with financial need, as determined by the FAFSA. Earnings are paid directly to the student for hours worked. To qualify, students must submit the FAFSA by March 1 (prior to the start of the academic year) and indicate on the FAFSA that they want to be considered for federal work study.

Featured Aid Opportunity

WICHE Student Exchange Program

The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education Student Exchange Program (WICHE) offers financial assistance from the following states: Alaska, Hawai‘i, Montana, and Wyoming. For the most accurate and up to date information, please contact WICHE Student Exchange Program, 3035 Center Green Drive, Boulder Colorado 80301, phone 303-541-0214 or Pacific University Office of Admission for Professional Programs. All residents from the above states are strongly encouraged to apply for WICHE certification. The application deadline for WICHE funding is Oct. 15 of the year prior to entrance in the program.

Financial Aid Office
503-352-2222 | financialaid@pacificu.edu