Entry-level master's

University at Buffalo, State University of New York Master’s OT Program

BS/MS in Occupational Therapy · Buffalo, New York Accredited

From the program’s website

Degree
BS/MS in Occupational Therapy
Program length
5 years from high school, or 3 years after a bachelor's in another field
Source quote
“within five years of high school graduation or within three years of completing a bachelor's degree in a different field”

Checked on the program’s website on October 8, 2026 by Deepam Pawar, OT.

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From the ACOTE directory

Accreditation status
Accreditation
Degree level
Entry-level master's
Institution type
Public
Share taught by distance education
1-24%
Last ACOTE on-site review
2016/2017
Next ACOTE on-site review
2026/2027
Address
Department of Rehabilitation Science, 40 Goodyear Rd, Buffalo, NY 14214

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 · 96.3% average over the last 3 reported years

20212022202320242025
95%96%98%91%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

Observation hours
35 hours 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 (in-state)
$46,400
Total (out-of-state)
$108,000

Total includes tuition and fees, 3-year BS/MS for students with a prior bachelor’s.

From the program’s published cost table on publichealth.buffalo.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 24 weeks of Level II), often away from campus.

University at Buffalo, State University of New York Master’s OT Program: FAQ

How long is University at Buffalo, State University of New York’s Master’s OT program?

5 years from high school, or 3 years after a bachelor's in another field, according to the program’s website (checked October 8, 2026).

What are the admission requirements for University at Buffalo, State University of New York’s Master’s OT program?

Observation hours: 35 hours. Each requirement is quoted from the program’s admissions page; confirm the current cycle before applying.

What is University at Buffalo, State University of New York’s NBCOT pass rate?

100% of new graduates passed the NBCOT exam in 2025, and 96.3% on average over the last 3 reported years (NBCOT school performance data).

How much does University at Buffalo, State University of New York’s Master’s OT program cost?

The program publishes a total cost of $46,400 in-state ($108,000 out-of-state). Living costs are extra.

Is University at Buffalo, State University of New York’s Master’s OT 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 New York

$96,390median annual pay
$64,770–$133,70010th–90th percentile
11,690occupational therapists employed

U.S. median for occupational therapists: $100,330. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 29-1122). Compare all states.

Licensing in New York is handled by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Occupational Therapy). How to get licensed in New York →

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