New York · 2027 admissions
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Schools in New York
By Deepam Pawar, OT · Updated October 9, 2026 · Sources: ACOTE directory + each program’s own website
New York has 7 occupational therapy assistant programs listed by ACOTE (7 associate, 0 bachelor's). Graduates take the NBCOT COTA exam and then apply for a state license. OTAs in New York earn a median $68,530 a year.
Compare OTA programs in New York
NBCOT COTA results, length and published cost side by side. Accredited programs first, sorted by 2025 pass rate.
| Program | Degree | NBCOT 2025 | Length | Published cost | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse Campus Syracuse | Associate | 100% | — | — | — |
| Rockland Community College Suffern | Associate | 88% | 4 semesters + fieldwork | $13,688 | — |
| Orange County Community College Middletown | Associate | 85% | — | $12,156 | — |
| Jamestown Community College Jamestown | Associate | 83% | 2 years | $11,640 | — |
| LaGuardia Community College Long Island City | Associate | 80% | — | — | — |
| Suffolk County Community College-Michael J. Grant Campus Brentwood | Associate | 78% | — | — | — |
| Erie Community College Williamsville | Associate | 50% | 2 years | $11,268 | — |
— = not published or not yet verified. Costs are as each school publishes them (full-program tuition; * = all-in total). NBCOT = share of new graduates passing in 2025. Click a program for sources and quotes.
All OTA programs in New York
| Program | City | Length | Format | NBCOT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse Campus OTA associate degree | Syracuse | See program | See program | 100% ’25 | Accredited |
| Erie Community College Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Williamsville | 2 years | See program | 50% ’25 | Accredited |
| Jamestown Community College Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Jamestown | 2 years | See program | 83% ’25 | Accredited |
| LaGuardia Community College OTA associate degree | Long Island City | See program | See program | 80% ’25 | Accredited |
| Orange County Community College OTA associate degree | Middletown | See program | See program | 85% ’25 | Accredited |
| Rockland Community College Associate of Applied Science (AAS) | Suffern | 4 semesters + fieldwork | Full-time or part-time | 88% ’25 | Accredited |
| Suffolk County Community College-Michael J. Grant Campus Occupational Therapy Assistant A.A.S. | Brentwood | See program | See program | 78% ’25 | Accredited |
Status and degree level from the ACOTE directory. Length and format only where confirmed on the program’s own website. NBCOT = share of the program’s new graduates who passed the NBCOT exam in the latest year reported (NBCOT school performance data, retrieved 2026-10-08); new programs have no results yet.
Online and hybrid OTA programs in New York
None of the OTA programs in New York reports 50% or more distance education to ACOTE or describes a hybrid format on its website. Every accredited OTA program includes in-person labs and fieldwork.
Pay in New York
U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.
OTAs in New York are licensed by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Occupational Therapy). How to get licensed in New York → · How to become an OTA · OTA salary by state
Frequently asked questions
How many OTA programs are in New York?
ACOTE lists 7 occupational therapy assistant programs at 7 schools in New York: 7 associate-degree and 0 bachelor's-degree.
How long is OTA school in New York?
Most OTA associate programs take about two years including fieldwork, and every accredited OTA program includes at least 16 weeks of full-time Level II fieldwork. Check the length we confirmed for each program in the table above; some schools also require prerequisite courses before you start.
How much do OTAs make in New York?
The median annual wage for occupational therapy assistants in New York was $68,530 (BLS, May 2025).
How do I become a COTA in New York?
Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, pass the NBCOT COTA exam, then apply for a license from the New York occupational therapy licensing board. See how licensing works.
Can I become an occupational therapist later?
Yes. Many OTAs later complete an OTA-to-OT bridge program. New York has 41 OT programs; see OT schools in New York and bridge programs.
Sources: ACOTE school directory (retrieved October 9, 2026); each program’s website; BLS OEWS (May 2025). Found an error? Tell us.