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Official NBCOT Results
Program Costs and Outcomes
The Doctor of Occupational Therapy program length is two years, plus capstone. As a result, NAU offers the most affordable OT graduate program in the state of Arizona.
In-state Cost
| 95-credit curriculum (Resident) | Summer 2026 (14 credits)* | Fall 2026 (18 credits)* | Spring 2027 (9 credits)* | Summer 2027 (7 credits)* | Fall 2027 (9 credits)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,890 | $6,468 | $6,468 | $4,445 | $6,468 |
| Program Fee | N/A | $5,500 | $5,500 | N/A | $5,500 |
| Other Fees | $248 | $259 | $259 | $248 | $259 |
| Total | $9,138 | $12,227 | $12,227 | $4,693 | $12,227 |
*Costs are estimated based on 2025-2026 tuition numbers and may differ from actual charges. The rate of tuition and fees is subject to change by the Arizona Board of Regents every year.
In compliance with ACOTE standard A.4.4., the total cost of attendance of the program can be found here. Tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the Arizona Board of Regents or the Arizona legislature annually each spring. Miscellaneous mandatory fees include FA trust fees and ITS fees.
Book costs are estimates based off of current prices and are subject to change. In addition to tuition, the OTD Program also charges an $11,000/yr program fee (divided between two $5,500/semester payments over fall and spring terms). More information about program fees can be found on the NAU Additional Fees Page.
Graduate Outcomes
The table below displays the three-year graduation and retention rates, and NBCOT certification examination results, and the percentage of graduates who obtain an Arizona licensure after graduation.
| Cohort | Students Entering/Graduating | Graduation Rate | Initial Licensure to practice in AZ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 43/43 | 100% | 81% |
| 2024 | 47/44 | 94% | 76% |
| 2025 | 51/47 | 92% | 74% |