Why CSU?

1. As a member of CSU's OT family, you will learn and work in a premier program that provides:

• A large number of scholarships and teaching and research assistantships to students.
• Approximately 280 statewide and national level I and level II Fieldwork placements; Level I fieldwork opportunities in Puerto Rico may also be available.
• Individually tailored Fieldwork placements supervised by an OTR.
• Local Level I Fieldwork Seminars that integrate on-the-job training with course work.
• Small classes, 15 to 22 students in seminars and labs. A cutting-edge curriculum balanced between theory and hands-on experience.
• A supportive, professional learning environment.
• Faculty with national and international reputations. A number of OT texts used throughout the nation have been written by CSU faculty.
• Four Centers which provide opportunities for volunteer work, hourly employment, fieldwork, and research.

2. CSU is located in Fort Collins , one hour north of Denver and the Denver International Aiport. The campus is nestled in the foothills of the Rockies with over 300 days of sunshine each year!

• State of Colorado (http://www.state.co.us)
• Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce (http://www.fcchamber.org)
• Poudre School District (http://www.psd.k12.co.us)

3. CSU is known for its excellence from international and national perspectives. There are many, many reasons for its superior reputation; however, some that you may be most interested in are listed below:

• The passing rate for students taking the NBCOT certification exam between December 2003 and December 2006 was 98%.
• Students are typically employed within three months after they complete their Level II fieldwork placements. Many students have job offers before they finish their fieldwork! Right now, many sites are offering sign-up bonuses.
• Because of the outstanding MSOT program at CSU, many well-qualified students apply. About 150 applications are reviewed annually to fill the 40 positions in the program.
• You will most likely be eligible for in-state tuition the second year of your MSOT program if you are in compliance with the following criteria:
  • Live in Colorado for 12 full months prior to year 2 of the MSOT program
  • Fulfill all of the state requirements (http://sfs.colostate.edu/I27000.cfm)