OTA associate degree

Kent State University at East Liverpool OTA Program

Associate of Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant · East Liverpool, Ohio Accredited

From the program’s website

Degree
Associate of Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Program length
As few as 5 semesters after acceptance
Format
Flex part-time, hybrid, or traditional in-person
Source quote
“itional In-Person formats , offers a consistent, high-quality curriculum across all options at two convenient campus locations in Ashtabula and East Liverpool. The program can be completed in as few as five semesters, preparing graduates to assist clients in diverse settings. Program Highlights Unique on-campus labs — learn in our OT house or fully-functioning apartment. Co ... MPUSES, THREE CONVENIENT FORMATS Occupational therapy helps individuals of all ages develop skills for independent living. Kent State University's OTA program, available in Flex Part-Time, Hybrid, or Traditional In-Person formats , offers a consistent, high-quality curriculum across all options at two convenient campus locations in Ashtabula and East Liverpool. The program can be comple”

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
Last ACOTE on-site review
2020/2021
Next ACOTE on-site review
2027/2028
Address
400 East Fourth Street, East Liverpool, OH 43920-3497

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 · 63% average over the last 3 reported years

20212022202320242025
100%67%89%0%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
2.7 (cumulative) source

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

Published program cost

Total
$17,632

Total includes tuition and fees, 6 semesters (65 credit hours).

From the program’s published cost table on kent.edu. Excludes living costs unless stated. Compare OT program costs.

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.

Kent State University at East Liverpool OTA Program: FAQ

How long is Kent State University at East Liverpool’s OTA program?

As few as 5 semesters after acceptance, according to the program’s website (checked October 9, 2026).

What are the admission requirements for Kent State University at East Liverpool’s OTA program?

Minimum GPA 2.7 (cumulative). Each requirement is quoted from the program’s admissions page; confirm the current cycle before applying.

What is Kent State University at East Liverpool’s NBCOT pass rate?

100% of new graduates passed the NBCOT exam in 2025, and 63% on average over the last 3 reported years (NBCOT school performance data).

How much does Kent State University at East Liverpool’s OTA program cost?

The program publishes a total cost of $17,632. Living costs are extra.

Is Kent State University at East Liverpool’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 Ohio

$62,700median annual pay
$49,500–$79,60010th–90th percentile
3,890occupational therapy assistants employed

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

Licensing in Ohio is handled by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. How to get licensed in Ohio →

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