Educational Scholarships - American Occupational Therapy Foundation
Educational Scholarships from the American Occupational Therapy Foundation support occupational therapy students by funding their education as part of a broader effort to strengthen the profession.
Funder: American Occupational Therapy Foundation
Due Dates: November 2, 2026 (Applications open) | December 11, 2026 (Applications close)
Funding Amounts: $150–$5,000 per scholarship; more than 50 scholarships awarded annually
Summary: Scholarships support students pursuing occupational therapy education in AOTA-accredited or developing occupational therapy programs.
Key Information: One application automatically considers applicants for the available scholarships.
Description
The American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) Educational Scholarships support students pursuing occupational therapy education. The foundation awards more than 50 scholarships annually to students enrolled in AOTA-accredited or developing occupational therapy programs. This longstanding educational support program began in 1965 and has awarded more than 1,200 scholarships since then.
Educational Scholarships are the student education component of AOTF’s broader funding portfolio. Alongside scholarships, the foundation offers fellowships, research grants, and mentorship awards to support the advancement of occupational therapy. Together, these programs aim to build evidence, promote innovation, and strengthen the occupational therapy profession.
