Transfer Plans
For additional information and possible next steps, please refer to the following information:
- If you are considering transferring to GVSU, please visit our Transfer Admissions resource page for all the information you need to get started.
- For information on how your courses transfer to GVSU, please review the Course Equivalencies online.
- If you decide to transfer to GVSU prior to completing your Associates Degree, you should consider taking advantage of the reverse transfer agreement we have with all Michigan community colleges.
- Our online catalog provides a wealth of information on GVSU's academic programs, policies and procedures, course descriptions, etc.
- Each college at GVSU has an academic advising center that serves specific majors in that college. If you have specific questions about program requirements, you could contact the advising center to seek additional information.
- Each academic department at GVSU provides additional information about specific programs of study and links to important resources. You may access a comprehensive list here.
- Our Career Center provides comprehensive support and resources for all students at GVSU. It is recommended that you connect with the counselors there as soon as you transition to GVSU.
- The Career Guides by Major allow students to investigate possible career or graduate/professional school opportunities based on specific programs of study.
Transfer plans are meant to provide you with a suggested outline of courses for your respective academic interest. They are simply a guide while you attend community college. If you have additional questions regarding the content of this transfer plan, please contact the GVSU Admissions & Recruitment Office by phone at 616-331-2025 or by email at [email protected].
Northwestern Michigan College
Program Guide for Occupational Therapy - Graduate Program
First Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 111 | 4 |
| MTH 111 | 4 |
| PSY 101 | 3 |
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| Elective | 1 |
| Total | 15 |
First Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 112 | 4 |
| PSY 211 | 3 |
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| Natural Science elective (Non-BIO) | 4 |
| Elective | 1 |
| Total | 15 |
Second Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 227 + 227L | 4 |
| PSY 250 | 3 |
| Global Perspective elective | 3 |
| Social Science elective (200+ level) | 3 |
| Electives | 2 |
| Total | 15 |
Second Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 228 + 228L | 4 |
| MTH 131 | 3 |
| U.S. Diversity elective | 3 |
| Major electives | 5 |
| Total | 15 |
NOTES:
- Degree offered: Master of Science (M.S.O.T.)
- An undergraduate degree is required prior to starting the Occupational Therapy graduate program. The above curriculum does not include coursework for a specific undergraduate major. Students are encouraged to select a GVSU major and use elective credits towards meeting major requirements.
- This guide fulfills the Michigan Transfer agreement (MTA). Humanities and Social Science electives must be selected from different disciplines. Please check with your community college advisor for additional associate degree requirements.
- Global Perspectives and/or U.S. Diversity electives: Please see the GVSU general education transfer guide for list of approved courses
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a competitive admissions graduate program. A bachelor’s degree is required. Students are encouraged to work with their advisor to select an undergraduate major early. For more detailed admission/application information visit the OT website at www.gvsu.edu/ot.
This is a suggested curriculum guide and may not be applicable to every student. Students are encouraged to meet with a GVSU College of Health Professions (CHP) Advisor early in their academic career. To learn more about this major or to schedule an advising appointment visit the CHP Student Services office online at www.gvsu.edu/chpss.