An innovative, research-driven curriculum aligned with the evolving demands of occupational therapy practice.
Small class sizes foster close faculty-student relationships and personalized mentoring every step of the way.
95% average graduation rate and 97% average NBCOT exam pass rate.
Our faculty maintain active weekly clinical practice in a variety of settings, bringing real-world insights and current examples directly into the classroom to enrich student learning.
Our students work alongside faculty on research projects that lead to publication and presentations at major state and national conferences.
We use innovative teaching methods in our state-of-the-art classrooms, clinics, and immersive community settings.
Targeted NBCOT® exam preparation is fully integrated into the third year of the curriculum to help maximize first-time pass rates.
Active student organizations promote leadership, advocacy, and belonging—building community both on campus and beyond.
Our curriculum model spans nine semesters of full-time, face-to-face instruction with hands-on learning woven throughout—creating an in-depth and practice-driven education.
Experience intra-professional collaboration that mirrors real-world OTD/OTA partnerships. Our brand-new Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program creates valuable intra-professional (IPA) learning opportunities, allowing OTD and OTA students to engage collaboratively across the occupational therapy continuum.
Campus & Community
617-acre park-like campus with an array of services, facilities, intramural sports, and student involvement events.
Innovative and collaborative learning supported by a 38,800 sq. ft. Health Sciences Building equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, equipment, and instructional technology.
Offers a large network of clinical and community-based sites that offer expansive clinical fieldwork and service-learning opportunities.
Methodist University has a proven track record in delivering high-quality health science programs that emphasize inter-professional education (IPE) and collaboration. Students participate in shared learning experiences alongside peers in programs such as the Doctor of Physical Therapy, the Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Kinesiology and Social Work—preparing them for team-based, collaborative care in today’s healthcare environment.
Fayetteville, North Carolina—where community, opportunity, and adventure meet. Fayetteville is the state’s fourth largest metropolitan area with a population of over 350,000 in the larger metro area. It is home to Ft. Bragg Army base, one of the largest military installations in the world, and the VA Health Care Center, providing rich opportunities for clinical exposure and service.
Centrally located, Fayetteville is just one hour from the state capital of Raleigh, two hours from the coastal beaches, and four hours from the scenic mountains of western North Carolina—making it easy to explore all the state has to offer.
Fayetteville also boasts minor league hockey and baseball, year-round cultural events, and a variety of entertainment venues, offering something for every lifestyle and interest.