Texas Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

ATTENTION

The launch of Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) degree program at the Texas campus has been postponed, and the program is not enrolling at this time. Students interested in enrolling into an active MSOT degree program are encouraged to apply to WCU’s Center for Graduate Studies located in Los Angeles, California.

Degree Type

Master of Science

Total Program Credits 90
Program Length (Full-time) 6 trimesters
Tuition Cost (per credit) $981
Total Tuition Cost $88,290
Application Fee (non-refundable) $75
Estimated Total Book Costs1 $2,964
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost1 $269
Estimate for Uniforms1  $150
Estimated for Materials/Supplies1 $100
Technology Fee2 ($200 per trimester) $1,200
Estimated Total Program Costs $99,778

Note: Applicants that are conditionally accepted to the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program will be required to submit a $500.00 good faith payment for a Seat Deposit.  The Seat Deposit will be credited to your program costs.  The University will retain a maximum of $175.00 of this deposit should you cancel your enrollment within seven calendar days (excluding holidays) of enrollment or by the seventh calendar day of the first term, whichever is later.  Deposits may be paid by money order or cashier's check  made out to West Coast University.  

1  Program supplied include WCU identification card and uniforms.  

2 Technology Fee includes eBooks and online course materials, 24/7 technical support, Office 365, learning management system, mobile app, and portal access.

Master of Physician Assistant

Degree Type

Master of Physician Assistant

(Prior to Spring 2023)

Master of Physician Assistant

(Starting Spring 2023)

Total Program Credits 117  117
Program Length (Full-time) 6 trimesters  6 trimesters
Tuition Cost (per credit) $658  $658
Total Tuition Cost $76,986  $76,986
Application Fee (non-refundable) $75  $75
Estimated Total Book Costs1 $2,679  $2,718
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost1 $268  $272
Uniform Fee1 $200  $200
Estimated for Materials/Supplies1 $618.75  $618.75
Program Fee2 ($1,500 per trimester) $9,000  $9,000
Technology Fee ($100 per trimester)3 $600  $600
Estimated TotalProgram Costs $90,426.75  $90,469.75

1 The Estimate for Book, Uniform, and Supply fees reflect the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price totals compiled in and are subject to change. Supplies become student purchases once issued to student. Students who drop or have been dismissed after supplies have been issued will assume ownership for these items and will not be eligible for refunds. For details on all of the supplies, contact the Bursar Office.

2 Program Fee covers the establishment, on-going management, scheduling, coordination, site visits, and any other expenses related to the PA clinical rotations.

3 Technology Fee includes eBooks and online course materials, 24/7 technical support, Office 365, learning management system, mobile app, and portal access.

NOTE: Applicants that are conditionally accepted to the Master of Physician Assistant program will be required to submit a $500.00 good faith payment for a Seat Deposit. The Seat Deposit will be credited to your program costs. The University will retain a maximum of $175.00 of this deposit should you cancel your enrollment within seven calendar days (excluding holidays) of enrollment or by the seventh calendar day of the first term, whichever is later. Deposits may be paid by money order or cashier's check made out to West Coast University.

Student Financial Responsibility for Clinical Site Travel

Students are required to travel to clinical sites that may be outside of their immediate area or state and are responsible for their own housing, transportation (reliable), and food.