Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics

Admission Requirements (M.S. Orthotics and Prosthetics)

Candidates for admission to the Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics degree must submit the following documented evidence:

• Completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree (BA or BS) from a regionally accredited institution before matriculation
• Completion of specified sequence of prerequisite courses with grade of “C” or higher:
• Prerequisite Courses:

Notes regarding prerequisite courses:

^ANo survey courses fulfill science prerequisites.

^BNo online lab is accepted.

Life experience credits do not count toward fulfillment of any prerequisite courses.

• Courses in which “credit” or grades of “pass” are earned will be counted only when applicants can provide verification that the earned grades were equivalent to grades of C or higher (grades of C- are not acceptable).
• Completion of prerequisite courses must occur prior to matriculation.
• Applicants must determine which prerequisites are missing and which courses must be taken to fulfill any outstanding prerequisites.

• A minimum cumulative science prerequisite and undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstration of excellent oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with patients and colleagues.
• Successful completion of an interview (by invitation) with faculty (scheduled during final application review).
• Demonstration that applicant has thoroughly investigated the scope and profession of Orthotics and Prosthetics O&P:
  • Applications can be strengthened by:
    • Documenting a minimum of 50 hours of clinical and technical exposure (e.g., shadowing, observing, volunteering) in rehabilitation medicine and/or O&P
    • Interviews that demonstrate applicant understanding of the profession of O&P
• Two letters of recommendation from professionals that can comment on the applicant’s academic and clinical achievements and potential for successful graduate study
• Submission of a personal statement regarding interest in the field
• Successful completion and passage of Midwestern University’s Criminal Background Check
• Commitment to abide by the Midwestern University Drug-Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy