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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Schools in Oklahoma
By Deepam Pawar, OT · Updated October 9, 2026 · Sources: ACOTE directory + each program’s own website
Oklahoma has 5 occupational therapy assistant programs listed by ACOTE (5 associate, 0 bachelor's). Graduates take the NBCOT COTA exam and then apply for a state license. OTAs in Oklahoma earn a median $66,520 a year.
Compare OTA programs in Oklahoma
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caddo Kiowa Technology Center/Southwestern Oklahoma State University Fort Cobb | Associate | 100% | — | — | — |
| Oklahoma City Community College Oklahoma City | Associate | 96% | 22 months | — | Spring (Flex pathway) and fall |
| Indian Capital Technology Center/Connors State College Muskogee | Associate | 93% | — | — | — |
| Tulsa Community College, Metro Campus Tulsa | Associate | 88% | 6 semesters (full-time) | $13,300* | — |
| Murray State College Tishomingo | Associate | 73% | — | — | — |
— = 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 Oklahoma
| Program | City | Length | Format | NBCOT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caddo Kiowa Technology Center/Southwestern Oklahoma State University OTA associate degree | Fort Cobb | See program | See program | 100% ’25 | Accredited |
| Indian Capital Technology Center/Connors State College OTA associate degree | Muskogee | See program | See program | 93% ’25 | Accredited |
| Murray State College OTA associate degree | Tishomingo | See program | See program | 73% ’25 | Accredited |
| Oklahoma City Community College Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Oklahoma City | 22 months (5 semesters) or 24 months (6 semesters) | Fully in-person or hybrid pathway | 96% ’25 | Accredited |
| Tulsa Community College, Metro Campus Associate of Applied Science (AAS) | Tulsa | 6 semesters (full-time) | On-campus, daytime | 88% ’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 Oklahoma
No OTA program is fully online: every accredited program includes in-person labs and at least 16 weeks of full-time Level II fieldwork. These Oklahoma programs offer the most flexibility, based on the school’s own description or ACOTE’s distance-education figure:
- Murray State College (Tishomingo) — ACOTE: 75-100% delivered by distance education
- Oklahoma City Community College (Oklahoma City) — format: Fully in-person or hybrid pathway
Pay in Oklahoma
U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.
OTAs in Oklahoma are licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision. How to get licensed in Oklahoma → · How to become an OTA · OTA salary by state
Frequently asked questions
How many OTA programs are in Oklahoma?
ACOTE lists 5 occupational therapy assistant programs at 5 schools in Oklahoma: 5 associate-degree and 0 bachelor's-degree.
How long is OTA school in Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma?
The median annual wage for occupational therapy assistants in Oklahoma was $66,520 (BLS, May 2025).
How do I become a COTA in Oklahoma?
Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, pass the NBCOT COTA exam, then apply for a license from the Oklahoma 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. Oklahoma has 3 OT programs; see OT schools in Oklahoma and bridge programs.
Sources: ACOTE school directory (retrieved October 9, 2026); each program’s website; BLS OEWS (May 2025). Found an error? Tell us.