Students in the School of Health Professions enjoy benefits of a world-class university and training in some one-of-a-kind and award winning programs.
The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education requires that programs display the cost of attendance for OT programs, which includes current tuition and fees, as well as the total cost of attending and completing the occupational therapy program (ACOTE Standard A.4.4).
Our tuition and fee information is subject to change and the following information is only a guideline for estimating costs.
Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (Entry-Level)
The UAB Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) consists of 107 credit hours (which includes two 12-week fieldwork experiences and a 14-week capstone experience) and is normally completed in eight semesters (approx. 28 months).
For 2026-2027, the tuition and fees are projected to be:
Current Cost (resident)
| Expense | OTD Program Year 1 Beg. Summer 2026 | OTD Program Year 2 Beg. Summer 2027 | OTD Program Year 3 Beg. Summer 2028 | Total Cost of Program (3-year, 2026-2028) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 27,004 | 25,120 | 15,072 | 67,196 |
| Student Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lab Fees | 450 | 300 | 50 | 800 |
| Books and Supplies | 1,295 | 270 | 100 | 1,665 |
| Loan Fees | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 3,000 |
| Distance Education Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Parking | 435 | 435 | 297 | 1,167 |
| CPR Training | 40 | 40 | N/A | 80 |
| Background Check/Drug Testing | 185 | 85 | N/A | 270 |
| Professional Membership | 105 | 105 | 105 | 315 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | 60 | 60 |
| Total Cost of Tuition | $30,514 | $27,355 | $16,684 | $74,553 |
Current Cost (non-resident)
| Expense | OTD Program Year 1 Beg. Summer 2026 | OTD Program Year 2 Beg. Summer 2027 | OTD Program Year 3 Beg. Summer 2028 | Total Cost of Program (3-year, 2026-2028) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 66,650 | 62,000 | 37,200 | 165,850 |
| Student Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lab Fees | 450 | 300 | 50 | 800 |
| Books and Supplies | 1,295 | 270 | 100 | 1,665 |
| Loan Fees | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 3,000 |
| Distance Education Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Parking | 435 | 435 | 297 | 1,167 |
| CPR Training | 40 | 40 | N/A | 80 |
| Background Check/Drug Testing | 185 | 85 | N/A | 270 |
| Professional Membership | 105 | 105 | 105 | 315 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | 60 | 60 |
| Total Cost of Tuition | $70,160 | $64,235 | $38,812 | $173,207 |
The cost for the OTD program is estimated to be $74,553 for Alabama residents and $173,207 for non-residents.
In addition to tuition and fees, the total cost of attendance above includes additional costs that students must also be prepared to pay. This includes, but is not limited to books and supplies, parking, laboratory fees, CPR training, background checks and drug screening, uniforms, professional association membership, and hospitalization insurance. Tuition and fees are subject to change.
The links below will provide you with university information about financial resources that may assist you.
Other Financial Resources
There are plenty of financial resources for UAB SHP students. The following links are just some financial resources to consider.
- Financing Your Degree
- The SmartStudentTM Guide to Financial Aid
- Federal Student Aid (An Office of the U.S. Department of Education)
- National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Scholarships
The School of Health Professions offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students. Current School of Health Professions students will need to submit an application through B-SMART to be considered for any scholarships - including university-wide scholarships.