Overview

School members are expected to become stewards of the science by applying rigorous scientific methods, and cutting-edge analytical approaches in a focused domain. Being at the scientific forefront facilitates a culture of knowledge and innovation, and is fundamental to becoming a steward of one’s profession.

Our faculty and Health and Rehabilitation Science graduates at The Ohio State University will lead their disciplines by engaging in life-long research, effectively disseminating scientific discoveries, and performing service to their professions.

Innovative Research

Develop In-depth foundational knowledge within one of the focused five pillars of study
Develop mastery of innovative scientific methods to produce original rigorous research, culminating in independent, scholarly thought
Advance the science and the profession through pursuit of grant funding, publication of scientific discoveries and dissemination in scientific and professional forums as well as in the classroom
Aggressively disseminate research discoveries and knowledge to stakeholders in diverse locations and backgrounds, including other professionals, students, consumers, and legislators

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health and Rehabilitation
Research Practicum
Research Design Course
College Teaching
Teaching & Curriculum in Health Sciences
Responsible Conduct in Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

Health Sciences Occupational Therapy View 48 other PhDs in Occupational Therapy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application through Graduate and Professional Admissions that meets minimum requirements of the Graduate School

Professional or Master’s degree (or equivalent)

Submission of required PhD documentation - includes curriculum vitae, research writing sample, personal statement, and *three recommendations (Applicants Please Note: Your recommenders should NOT submit their letters of recommendation until AFTER they complete an Attributes Scoring Survey sent separately to them by the Graduate Program Manager. It is crucial that their recommendation letters include the specific requested information based on your attributes, so it is your responsibility to communicate with your recommenders that the letter should not be completed/submitted until after the Attributes Survey and the letter requirements).

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Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.
National

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Columbus

940 - 1520 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Some of the School’s PhD students will be supported on a Graduate Teaching Associateship (GTA), Graduate Research Associateship (GRA), or Fellowship. These are competitive positions and only the most qualified students will be funded. The Graduate Studies Committee nominates highly qualified applicants for the University Fellowship competition. Such nominees who are not awarded a Fellowship will receive priority for a GTA or GRA position and are notified of their appointment by May (for the following Autumn).

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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