Help people recovering from injury or illness regain independence in their daily lives.
At Russell Sage College, we take our “Be. Know. Do.” mission seriously. We champion learners who are ready to embrace their unique gifts, gain more knowledge, and do good work in their communities.
The online Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program prepares you to provide holistic, rehabilitative care to patients of all ages. Through collaborative online classes, on-campus lab immersions, and fieldwork experiences, you’ll graduate prepared to sit for your occupational therapy certification exam and help patients improve their ability to perform daily tasks.
The online Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Sage seeks applicants who are excited to grow the field of occupational therapy and give back to their community.
The Early Priority II deadline for the August 2026 cohort is
April 3, 2026.
The online Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program is designed to equip you with a lifespan approach to occupational therapy. The curriculum covers a range of topics — such as community mental health, pediatrics, and adult development — which prepares you to work with patients across the lifespan.
Sage’s online MSOT program includes mandatory courses and fieldwork that sets it apart from other occupational therapy programs, including:
We included these mandatory courses for a reason: We want to help you emerge as a marketable occupational therapy professional who can work in a variety of settings. That’s the Sage difference.
As a learner in the online program, you will complete five fieldwork experiences in or near your community. During these experiences, you will help real patients develop the dexterity they need to complete everyday tasks; regain strength in weakened or affected areas; improve sensory responses; and/or use assistive devices like wheelchairs. These fieldwork experiences are organized by levels, as follows:
*Learners are required to complete ONE Level II experience in physical rehab.
You’ll complete four lab immersions on the Russell Sage College campus. During these immersions, you’ll engage in case based discussions and participate in problem-based learning activities to gain proficiency in a related topic.
Topics you’ll explore include early intervention settings, occupational engagement in adulthood, foundations of physical rehabilitation, and more.
Find out how the online MSOT program can prepare you to become a marketable occupational therapist.
Our “learn by doing” approach to teaching occupational therapy features a mix of live online classes, in-person immersions, and fieldwork experiences. Every component of the program is designed to prepare you to provide rehabilitative care to patients, from infants to the elderly.
A Sage education ensures you’re supported from the moment you enroll to the day you graduate — and beyond. Here’s how:
Your occupational therapy education comes with a profound, Russell Sage-level of support. In fact, many faculty members are Sage graduates — they’ve benefited from that support, and they’re ready to bring that same energy to you.
Your journey at Sage doesn’t end once you graduate. We’ve created an online alumni community to keep the momentum going. Here, you’ll be able to search your old friends, register for events, and take advantage of career planning tools such as career advising, résumé reviews, and mock interviews.
Anybody, at any age, can experience a sudden illness or trauma that could disrupt their ability to perform daily tasks. That’s why occupational therapists will alway be key players in health care. By gaining the skills and practical experience you need to become an occupational therapist, you can help people return to the lifestyle and activities that are important to them.
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Grow your skills and transform lives for the better. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in your community, request more information about the online Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Russell Sage College.
Russell Sage College partners with 2U to support the delivery of this online program. Russell Sage College has full control over the program, including all core academic functions. Click here to learn more about 2U’s roles and responsibilities.
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