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Arkansas State University-Jonesboro OTA Program

Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant · Jonesboro, Arkansas Accredited

From the program’s website

Degree
Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant
Program length
12 months (3 semesters: fall, spring, summer)
Credits
64
Format
100% face-to-face, full-time
Start term
August
Source quote
“rograms Occupational Therapy Assistant Jump into one of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare! At A-State, our Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program gets you job-ready in only 12 months. With faculty-led clinical fieldwork and a hands-on approach to learning, this program prepares you to make a real impact on people’s lives. Program Dates: App ... etitive-admission program that accepts up to 30 students each August. The professional program is considered a lock-step, 100% face-to-face, full time program. The program completed in one academic year, beginning in August. (3 semesters - Fall, Spring & Summer.) eligibility requirements Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above in all college coursework Complete all OTA prerequisites with a course grade of B or higher ... hcare field. College Nursing & Health Professions Cost The OTA program has specific costs separate from university tuition. To view those click: Tuition & Fees Degree Requirements 64 credit hours Course Catalog OTA Admission Requirements Complete (or be in the process of) 28 hours of prerequisites with a grade of “B” in all courses. Cumulative GPA of 2. ... h 1, 2026 Cohort Begins: August 19, 2026 Apply Now Request More Info Degree Overview Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant At A-State, our 100% face-to-face, in-person Associate of Applied Science OTA program combines highly engaging, hands-on learning with a fast-track format. You'll complete the program in as little as one year, gaining valuable experience through”

Checked on the program’s website on October 9, 2026 by Deepam Pawar, OT.

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From the ACOTE directory

Accreditation status
Accreditation
Degree level
OTA associate degree
Institution type
Public
Share taught by distance education
0%
Last ACOTE on-site review
2020/2021
Next ACOTE on-site review
2030/2031
Address
106 N. Caraway Road, Jonesboro, AR 72467-0910

Fully accredited by ACOTE. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NBCOT certification exam.

ACOTE directory retrieved October 9, 2026.

NBCOT exam results

100% of new graduates passed in 2025 · 94% average over the last 3 reported years

20212022202320242025
88%92%95%87%100%

Source: NBCOT school performance data, retrieved October 8, 2026. NBCOT counts new graduates who passed during the testing year, regardless of the number of attempts. Compare all programs’ pass rates.

Admission requirements

Minimum GPA
2.75 (cumulative) source
Observation hours
Not required source

Taken from the program’s own admissions pages (hover “source” for the quote). Requirements change each cycle; confirm before applying.

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Before you apply

  • Confirm the current application deadline and whether the program uses OTCAS or its own application.
  • Ask for the program’s NBCOT pass rate and graduation rate; ACOTE requires programs to publish them, and NBCOT posts school results on its school performance page.
  • Check prerequisite courses, observation hours and GPA minimums. See OT school prerequisites.
  • Plan for full-time fieldwork (at least 16 weeks of Level II), often away from campus.

Arkansas State University-Jonesboro OTA Program: FAQ

How long is Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s OTA program?

12 months (3 semesters: fall, spring, summer), according to the program’s website (checked October 9, 2026).

What are the admission requirements for Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s OTA program?

Minimum GPA 2.75 (cumulative). Observation hours: not required. Each requirement is quoted from the program’s admissions page; confirm the current cycle before applying.

What is Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s NBCOT pass rate?

100% of new graduates passed the NBCOT exam in 2025, and 94% on average over the last 3 reported years (NBCOT school performance data).

Is Arkansas State University-Jonesboro’s OTA program accredited?

ACOTE lists it with status “Accredited” (directory retrieved October 9, 2026). Fully accredited by ACOTE. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NBCOT certification exam.

Pay in Arkansas

$78,940median annual pay
$50,710–$98,96010th–90th percentile
730occupational therapy assistants employed

U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.

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