Columbia OT Spring Info Sessions & Class Observation Dates

The Columbia University Programs in Occupational Therapy offer an entry level Masters Program as well as an accelerated MS/OTD program for our students and a part time online Post-Professional OTD program for working occupational therapists.  

 

Students who are interested in learning more about our entry level program can attend a virtual information session, meet with an admissions officer, or sign up to sit in on an in-person class on campus in New York City.  

 

Online Information Sessions

 

Click on each date to RSVP to an online information session with our admissions office.  All times are EST. More details will be provided before the session.

 

February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm

March 10, 2026 at 7:00pm

April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm

May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm

 

 

Meet with an Admissions Officer

Admissions officers are available throughout the week for Zoom meetings with prospective students.  Sign up for a 20 minute meeting.

 

Join us for a Class Session

Sign up to observe a class session this spring here(link is external and opens in a new window).  Given the limited space, we ask that everyone only sign up to observe one class.  Classes take place on our campus on 168^th Street in Washington Heights.

 

If you have any questions, please reach out to otadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu.

Columbia Masters in OT Information Sessions

 The Columbia University Programs in Occupational Therapy offer an entry level Masters Program as well as an accelerated MS/OTD program for our students and a part time online Post-Professional OTD program for working occupational therapists.

Students who are interested in learning more about our entry level program can attend one of our virtual information sessions this spring or sign up to sit in on an in person class on campus in Washington Heights.

Online Information Sessions

February 6th at 8pm EST RSVP Here

March 21st at 3pm EST RSVP Here

April 25th at 8pm EST RSVP Here

May 24th at 3pm EST RSVP Here

June 8th at 1pm EST RSVP Here

Sit in on a Class

Sign up to sit in on selected in person classes this spring and experience being a CUOT student. Sign up here.

All attendees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 per university policy.

You can direct your questions to Columbia OT Admissions at otadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu

Western Michigan Master's in Biomedical Sciences Bridge Program Info Session

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) will be hosting a Zoom Info Session for prospective students on March 7 at noon EST (Register Here) to introduce our Master's in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) bridge to MD program. This bridge program, aimed at increasing diversity in medicine across race and socioeconomic status, has existed for 5 years at WMed and is accepting direct applications to the program for the first time this year. Students can find more information on our website or by attending our virtual info session this spring (Register Here). Below are a few key highlights of the program: 

• Because of a generous gift from The Jon Stryker and Slobodan Randjelovic scholarship fund, we offer full-tuition scholarships for the MBS program to each student that matriculates into the program, as well as cost of living scholarships.
• Students accepted to the Master of Biomedical Sciences program are conditionally accepted to the MD program for the following year.
• Cohorts are small. We expect to enroll 6-8 students per year.
• The curriculum runs alongside MD students, and instruction is provided by medical school faculty.
• Priority is given to applicants who are URiM, reside in SW Michigan/have strong ties to the area, first generation college student, and/or socio-economically disadvantaged.

Questions can be directed to admissions@med.wmich.edu.

Georgetown Masters Program Info Sessions

 

Our graduate programs in Physiology...
	The MS in Physiology
	The MS in Physiology at Georgetown is a rigorous one-year, non-thesis master’s program designed from the medical curriculum and offered in a traditional semester-based format.  Students complete 30 credits of coursework, including elective credits to tailor the program to their interests (with options across our biomedical departments) and an opportunity for lab research in the spring.  Advising from our expert faculty on academics and the medical school admissions process is provided throughout the program year.  Cohort size is 35-40 students, average GPA is 3.5, and no test score is required. RSVP for an info session || Learn more: http://physiology.georgetown.edu
	The Special Master’s Program (SMP)
	Established more than 40 years ago as the first of its kind, Georgetown’s SMP has a longstanding reputation for quality and success. The set curriculum of 31 credits is taken on a modular schedule from early August until early June.  This program incorporates some of GUSOM’s M1 courses and grades students against the performance of the M1s.  Top performing SMP students with competitive applications have an opportunity to interview with GUSOM in late spring.  Cohort size is 180-200 students, average GPA is 3.2, and MCAT score 510+ preferred. RSVP for an info session || Learn more: http://smp.georgetown.edu
	George Squared (G²)
	G² is a one-year, 20-credit graduate certificate in Advanced Biomedical Sciences taught jointly by faculty from Georgetown University Medical Center and George Mason University.  In addition to the core faculty, a cadre of dedicated TAs provide comprehensive academic support for all courses throughout the program year.  Optional MCAT/DAT prep is also included in the program for interested students.  Cohort size is 75-100 students, average GPA is 3.2, and test score is not required.  After successful completion, students can transfer all 20 credits into the MS in Physiology if eligible. RSVP for an info session || Learn more: http://georgesquared.gmu.edu

Event: Mailman School of Public Health 4+1 Pathway Info Session

 In this session, learn about the process of applying to the Accelerated 4+1 Pathways with Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health.

About the Accelerated 4+1 Pathways Series:

Barnard College's Accelerated 4+1 Pathways allow students to combine an undergraduate liberal arts education at Barnard with a master's degree at one of the world's preeminent research universities. In these presentations, you'll learn about the many ways to pursue a 4+1 pathway.

The virtual info session will take place Wednesday 10/6 at 6pm. Current students can register through Handshake. Please email Beyond Barnard at beyondbarnard@barnard.edu with additional questions.

Event: ASPPH Exploring and Applying to Grad School in Public Health

 Curious about graduate education and careers in public health? 

Join Tracie Seward, Senior Director for Outreach & Recruitment at the Association for Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH), to review career and education opportunities in public health, the application process, and resources to help you find your fit. There will also be ample Q&A time, so bring all of your questions about public health! More information and registration available here. 

Mailman School of Public Health 4+1 Pathway Info Session

Current students interested in applying for the new 4+1 MPH pathway with the Mailman School of Public Health are invited and encouraged to attend the upcoming virtual information session on Tuesday, November 17 at 5:30pm Eastern. In this session, attendees will learn about the process of applying to the Accelerated 4+1 Pathways with Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. Register on Handshake. 

TOMORROW: STEM Opportunities Fair

Join us as several graduate institutions and employers (for full-time and internship roles) come to campus to recruit Barnard students in STEM fields as part of the Beckman Scholars Symposium. Participants include:

• Rockefeller University
• Bayer
• Columbia direct-admit Master's Program in Nursing
• New York Academy of Sciences
• Women in Bio - Metro New York
• LifeSci NYC (internship connections for STEM students)
• Cornell Tech
• Harvard Medical School Bioinformatics Graduate Program
• NYU Data Science (MS and PhD)
• Mailman School of Public Health

Plus, Peer Career Advisors will be on hand to conduct STEM resume review.

STEM Opportunities Fair

Barnard Hall - James Room

Friday, October 26, 2018

11:30am - 2:30pm

RSVP Here

Columbia Institute of Human Nutrition Information Session

Join Dr. Sharon Akabas, Director of the Masters in Human Nutrition program, as well as current MS student Grace Shadid '16 to learn more about the educational and research opportunities offered by the MS program. MS students can choose one of three tracks (basic nutrition science, clinical, or public health nutrition). The one-year program serves many students who later go on to medical or dental school, and provides professional development and career guidance to its students.

Tuesday, October 23 | 12:00 PM | Beyond Barnard Conference Room

RSVP here. Lunch will be provided!

Professional School Week: STEM Opportunities Fair

Join us as several graduate institutions and employers (for full-time and internship roles) come to campus to recruit Barnard students in STEM fields as part of the Beckman Scholars Symposium. Participants include: Rockefeller University Bayer Columbia direct-admit Master's Program in Nursing New York Academy of Sciences Women in Bio - Metro New York LifeSci NYC (internship connections for STEM students) Cornell Tech Harvard Medical School Bioinformatics Graduate Program NYU Data Science (MS and PhD) Mailman School of Public Health Plus, Peer Career Advisors will be on hand to conduct STEM resume review. Join us on October 26 from 11:30AM until 2:00PM in the James Room. Questions? Contact BeyondBarnard@barnard.edu.

To RSVP, click here. 

Event: WISE Conference at Columbia

Reminder: Graduate Health Opportunities Fair March 31st

 

 

 

Please RSVP to: Bob Schwartz   RSchwartz@adelphi.edu

Complementary and Integrative Medicine Masters program at Georgetown University

Application Deadline May 15, 2016

11 Month-Master of Science Degree in Physiology & Biophysics, 

Complementary & Integrative Medicine, offers Career Choices!

 

Does your family have "remedies" to treat the common cold, or other ailments and have you ever wondered why chewing on ginger is said to relieve cold symptoms?

This program explores the scientific basis of these health claims and trains you to critically analyze and assess the data.

  

As a future healthcare provider and researcher, you will know more about Integrative Medicine than your peers.....Be the expert resident on this field

 

Our 11-month M.S. program offers:

• An excellent science-based curriculum that may be completed in eleven months. Ideal for students who are considering a career in medicine, other health professions or research.
• A unique graduate/gap year program critically evaluating the scientific evidence for both western medicine and complementary and integrative medicine.
• An examination of the similarities and differences of Eastern and Western medicine with an open but critical, and evidence-based mind.
• Strong individual academic advising, career development workshops, mentoring and support for the medical school application process, admission to PhD programs and job applications.
• Exploration of different health professions; opportunities for research and publication.
• Class size limited to 30 students with a small student-faculty ratio.
• Summer practicum placement at top academic, government, and private organizations in the Nation and overseas.
• Develop an instant social and professional network with integrative medicine providers and leaders in the field.

Telephone: (202) 687-7979

To view curriculum or other information visit: http://camprogram.georgetown.edu

Email questions to Ms. Lucy Kotlyanskaya: lk608@georgetown.edu

 

 

One-Year MS Program in Nutrition

Are your students seeking a gap or glide year?

The Institute of Human Nutrition (IHN) at Columbia University offers a one-year master's of Nutrition that will enhance their career as a health professional and strengthen personal and leadership skills.

What does the IHN have to offer?

•  Intensive curriculum and thesis research project
• Training in Basic Science, Public Health Nutrition or Clinical Nutrition
• Community projects and research opportunities in New York City
• Small class size and engaged faculty advisors
• Access to leaders in the field of Nutrition

How will a degree in Nutrition enhance a professional career?

Nutrition issues contribute to six of the ten leading causes of death in the United States. Completion of the MS degree prepares graduates to become healthcare professionals who can help prevent many of the leading causes of death.

Participate in our popular webinar series!

Students can sign up one of our webinars, which are held several times per month. Click Here to register.

We are also happy to hold a virtual information session for students who are interested in integrating nutrition into their profession.

Students can view a video of our information session, given by MS Program Director Sharon Akabas, PhD, by Clicking Here.

Need more information?

Our open house is a great way to learn about the program; participants meet with current students for lunch, sit in on a lecture, and speak to an admissions staff member. Click Here for our Open House schedule. We can also put interested students in touch with current IHN students and alumni. 

Visit our website for more details on our one-year masters of Nutrition program.

Apply now!

We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2016; Click Here to begin the application.

Contact Us

Contact our Education Coordinator, Kendall Singleton, MPA at kas2244@cumc.columbia.edu 

with questions, or MS Program Director Sharon R. Akabas, PhD at sa109@cumc.columbia.edu.