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Apr 29, 2026
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2026-2027 Working Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Rehabilitation Sciences BS
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The BS in Rehabilitation Sciences (RS) degree with pre-Occupational Therapy or pre-Physical Therapy concentration is designed as a pre-professional degree for students who desire to pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) degree through a “3+3” track. Rehabilitation Sciences students will learn about the field of rehabilitation, including foundational concepts of health, ability, and function. They will be introduced to current healthcare trends relevant to the field of rehabilitation sciences. Students will interact with peers pursuing pre-OT and pre-PT concentrations. The RS degree prepares the student with the prerequisite knowledge required for the DPT or OTD degree. Once accepted into the DPT or OTD program, the 3+3 track allows students to enter the professional program while completing the RS degree. The 3+3 students’ undergraduate senior year is the first two semesters of the DPT or OTD program. This RS program is designed to be completed in eight semesters. Students who meet all the degree requirements, including the first two semesters of the professional program (DPT 35 credits, or OTD 28 credits), qualify for the Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences Degree. Students who are transferring from other institutions and desire this degree path should work closely with our Pre-PT/OT Advisor to ensure all pre-requisites are met.
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Concentration - 13-19
Choose one of the following concentrations. Pre-Occupational Therapy Concentration - 13
The Rehabilitation Sciences degree with concentration in pre-Occupational Therapy is designed as a pre-professional degree for students pursuing an Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) degree through the “3+3” track. This degree with concentration prepares the pre-OT student with the prerequisite knowledge required for the OTD degree. Once accepted into the OTD program, the 3+3 track allows students to enter the professional OTD program before completion of the Rehabilitation Sciences degree with pre-OT concentration. The 3+3 students’ senior year is the first two semesters of the OTD program. This program is designed to be completed in eight semesters. Students successfully completing the appropriate prerequisites, and OTD-1 and OTD-2 of the professional program (28 credits), qualify for the Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences Degree. Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration - 19
The Rehabilitation Sciences degree with concentration in pre-Physical Therapy is designed as a pre-professional degree for students pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree through the “3+3” track. This degree with concentration prepares the pre-PT student with the prerequisite knowledge required for the DPT degree. Once accepted into the DPT program, the 3+3 track allows students to enter the professional DPT program before completion of the Rehabilitation Sciences degree with pre-PT concentration. The 3+3 students’ senior year is the first two semesters of the DPT program. This program is designed to be completed in eight semesters. Students successfully completing the appropriate prerequisites, and DPT-1 and DPT-2 of the professional program (34 credits), qualify for the Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences Degree. Degree Electives - 10-12
- Pre-OT: Choose 12 credits from upper division courses in consultation with academic advisor.
- Pre-PT: Choose 10 credits from upper division courses in consultation with academic advisor.
Additional Requirements
- An earned minimum grade of “C+” (2.33) or “S” (in a “S/U” course) in each OTD or DPT program course.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or greater in all credits used to meet the RS degree requirements.
- Throughout the first two semesters of the professional program, no more than a cumulative total of five points earned on the grade-point scale (see OTD or DPT Student Handbook).
- Students must be able to perform skills listed in the Technical Standards of Performance and demonstrate professional behaviors as outlined in the OTD or DPT Student Handbook.
- Undergraduate OTD or DPT students entering the graduate phase of the program (OT-3 or PT-3) must have completed all requirements for the bachelor’s degree and have the degree conferred.
Admission Requirements
Early Assurance is a guaranteed DPT or OTD admissions option available for Andrews University freshmen who declare this major and meet the following criteria: - Declare Rehabilitation Sciences as the major with a pre-OT or pre-PT concentration upon enrollment freshman fall semester
- High school GPA minimum 3.5
- Maintain a required minimum GPA throughout every semester, freshman through acceptance into the DPT or OTD program. (DPT= 3.5 GPA, OTD= 3.2 GPA)
- Earn a minimum grade for all core prerequisite courses (DPT= C+, OTD= B-)
- Maintain a wholesome lifestyle per the Andrews University Student Handbook
- Exhibit developing professional behavior
- Satisfactory interview
Students who meet these Early Assurance criteria are guaranteed acceptance into the appropriate program (DPT or OTD); however, they are still required to apply through PTCAS or OTCAS. Students who lose Early Assurance may still apply through PTCAS or OTCAS for the appropriate program and will be placed into the regular applicant pool. |
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