by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2025, College Factual analyzed 18 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Occupational Therapy Doctor's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 691 doctor's degrees in occupational therapy to qualified students.
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The occupational therapy doctor's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a doctor's degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Doctor's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for occupational therapy students working on their doctor's degree.
The occupational therapy school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Occupational Therapy Doctor's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a doctor's degree in occupational therapy.
University of Florida is a wonderful option for students interested in a doctor's degree in occupational therapy. Located in the midsize city of Gainesville, UF is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from University of Florida
Every student who is interested in a doctor's degree in occupational therapy has to take a look at Medical University of South Carolina. Located in the city of Charleston, MUSC is a public university with a small student population.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from Medical University of South Carolina
It is hard to beat Shenandoah University if you wish to pursue a doctor's degree in occupational therapy. Shenandoah is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Winchester.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from Shenandoah University
Every student who is interested in a doctor's degree in occupational therapy needs to take a look at Nova Southeastern University. NUS Florida is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Fort Lauderdale.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from Nova Southeastern University
Belmont is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Nashville.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from Belmont University
Located in the city of Richmond, VCU is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University
Located in the medium-sized city of Birmingham, UAB is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Located in the city of Arlington, Marymount is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from Marymount University
Ole Miss is a very large public university located in the town of University.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from University of Mississippi
UCA is a moderately-sized public university located in the city of Conway.More information about a doctorate in occupational therapy from University of Central Arkansas
Explore the best occupational therapy colleges for a specific state in the Southeast Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 217 | 57 |
| North Carolina | 190 | 1 |
| Georgia | 190 | 5 |
| Virginia | 182 | 81 |
| Mississippi | 154 | 32 |
| Tennessee | 150 | 62 |
| Louisiana | 146 | 0 |
| Alabama | 139 | 7 |
| South Carolina | 135 | 12 |
| Kentucky | 119 | 20 |
| Arkansas | 74 | 74 |
Occupational Therapy is one of 16 different types of Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | 2,898 |
| Rehabilitation Science | 14 |
| Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 8 |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling | 3 |
