Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics

Eastern Michigan University offers an accredited Master's of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics program. The EMU MSOP program provides an entry point into the exciting allied health profession of orthotics and prosthetics where practitioners work to improve the quality of life of their patients. Orthotists and prosthetists provide care for a wide range of individuals who require support, protection, assistance, or replacement of a body part. Graduates of this program are employed by hospitals, universities and private practices where they participate in patient care and research. At EMU, we believe the best way to learn O&P is hands-on. The mission of the EMU Master's of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics program is to foster the education and training necessary to develop professionals committed to improving orthotic and prosthetic outcomes. As life-long learners, our graduates will be prepared to apply and advance the profession's knowledge and evidence base. To achieve this, the MSOP program utilizes an interactive student-centered approach to learning, in the areas of clinical care, research, and interprofessional education. Coursework includes both academic and clinical subjects, as well as clinical rotations and a capstone project, with the goal of preparing graduates for residency and board certification.

A four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent degree from a non-U.S. institution. In addition, a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale, or 3.0 in the last half of the undergraduate program, is required for full admission. Applicants who do not meet minimum admission requirements may be considered for conditional admission.

Applicants must also meet the following program requirements:

Previous completion of a Bachelor\u2019s degree from an academically accredited college or university with a cumulative overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4-point scale. Strong applicants have a minimum GPA of 3.5.
The following pre-admission courses must be completed within 10 years before enrollment with a grade of B- or better:

Biology (3 credits)
Chemistry (3 credits)
Physics (3 credits)
College Trigonometry (or higher math) (3 credits)
Statistics (3 credits)
Human Anatomy & Physiology (6 credits)
Psychology (Choose one: General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or Abnormal Psychology) (3 credits)

International applicants must submit official TOEFL results with a minimum combined score of 95.

IELTS: 6.5

Pearson English Language Test (PTE): 53
Michigan English Test (MET): 57

The completed application (OPCAS), transcripts, and all other requirements must be completed and necessary paperwork received by EMU\u2019s Office of Admissions no later than December 31st.