What is the profile of a successful applicant?

On average, applicants who are accepted to the program have an overall GPA of 3.66. These candidates will have a strong academic record. Beyond academics, the program also appreciates applicants with varied and rich cultural and extracurricular experiences. Learn more about the admissions requirements and review process on the Admissions page.

What is the profile of a successful applicant?

On average, applicants who are accepted to the program have an overall GPA of 3.76, a communication science and disorder major GPA of 3.89. These candidates will have a strong academic record. Beyond academics, the program also appreciates applicants with varied and rich cultural and extracurricular experiences. Learn more about the admissions requirements and review […]

Are interviews part of the application?

No. Interviews are not offered or required. However, the program welcomes students to visit and tour the academic and clinical sites. Interested students can email csdadmissions@shrs.pitt.edu.

Can I add fall grades to my CSDCAS application?

Yes. CSDCAS will open the portal to allow students to complete an Academic Update for two weeks in mid-January. This is a separate verification process from the initial transcript verification. Fall grades should be submitted to CSDCAS when the Academic Update becomes available. Please check with CSDCAS for the exact dates the portal will be […]

What is the profile of a successful OTD applicant?

Applicants accepted to Pitt’s OTD program typically have a cumulative and prerequisite GPA of at least 3.5. They have over 12 hours of volunteer or paid work experience in occupational therapy, very strong references and solid writing skills based on high-quality responses to essay questions that convey a passion for the profession.