Cost of Attendance

Occupational Therapy Tuition (2025-2026)

All expenses, including tuition and fees, are subject to change annually. Total Cost of Attendance for the OTD program is available on Page 5 of Drake University's Cost of Attendance Budget document linked below.

2025-26 Total Cost of Attendance Information

**All admitted OTD students will receive the Pursuit of Excellence in Occupational Therapy Scholarship. Specific amounts will be included in admission letters.

Additional average costs of attendance each semester:

• Books and other course fees for apps, AOTA membership, or other items in lieu of textbooks: ~$300
• Student Activity Fee: $45
• Technology Fee: $270
• Holistic Wellness Fee: $150 (OT1-OT2), $45 (OT3)

Experiential Education-Related Expenses:

Students will participate in fieldwork experiences and a doctoral capstone. To participate in these experiences, students will be required to complete appropriate onboarding requirements, such as CPR training, immunizations, physical exam, etc. Costs will vary.

Some of these experiences may also be located outside the Des Moines metro area, which may result in additional travel and/or living expenses during that time. The student is responsible for making these arrangements and for all associated costs.