Thanks for your interest in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) at Lincoln Memorial University (LMU). Founded in 1897, LMU has a rich tradition in delivering a comprehensive values-based learning community dedicated to providing quality educational experiences at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. Our OTD program is conveniently located in West Knoxville, Tennessee, alongside other longstanding health care programs like the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and the Doctor of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies (DMS). The program also shares classroom and lab spaces with the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. By being positioned within a healthcare campus, you'll receive a variety of interprofessional educational opportunities to ensure you develop a better understanding of occupational therapy's distinct value as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as number 11 in "Best Health Care Jobs" in 2022, there really is no better time to be a Doctor of Occupational Therapy.
The innovative LMU OTD curriculum prepares our graduates to excel in their careers. The threads woven throughout the curriculum are critical thinking, client-centered care, evidenced-based practice, and collaborative care. Being positioned within a health sciences campus, our students will have many opportunities to learn through interprofessional education. These opportunities will allow students to better understand occupational therapy's distinct value as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Our faculty is comprised of renowned academicians and occupational therapists, recognized both nationally and internationally for their work as professors, clinicians, and leaders. We are committed to providing our OTD students the best graduate experience possible! Our state-of-the-art facilities will rival those across the nation. Our classroom and laboratory spaces are designed to bridge education and practice, better preparing you for your rewarding career as a Doctor of Occupational Therapy!
Please, feel free to peruse our webpage. If you would like to learn more about our pathway, please email us at OTDadmissions@LMUnet.edu or attend one of our Open House events.
Students enrolled in LMU's GPA pathway who apply to the OTD pathway through OTCAS.org are guaranteed an interview if they meet the pathway's criteria for application and admission. Completion of an interview does not guarantee an offer for admission.
Learn More About OTDThree pathways to enter the LMU Doctor of Occupational Therapy program:
ACT-SAT : Minimum Score on Required Entrance Test(s) Minimum Math (21) ACT score or minimum Math SAT score of 530.
No GRE required.
The pathway has identified minimum technical standards all students must meet and maintain for enrollment and progression in the pathway to ensure successful completion of the pathway and the delivery of safe and effective client care during fieldwork and following graduation. These technical standards, listed below, are necessary for achievement of the pathway's Graduate Competencies (found in the LMU-Knoxville OTD pathway Student Catalog), competencies stipulated by accreditation agencies, and the standards of OT practice.
Other requirements/activities for admission: Interview with OTD faculty
