Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools in Vernon Hills, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare occupational therapy assistant, associate programs in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools Near Vernon Hills, IL

#1

McHenry County College

Crystal Lake, IL 18.1 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 965
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College

Chicago, IL 21 miles away BOC Score 59.5
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 358
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Elmhurst University

Elmhurst, IL 23.4 miles away BOC Score 64.9
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 251
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Midwestern University-Downers Grove

Downers Grove, IL 27.9 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 92
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Rush University

Chicago, IL 29.1 miles away BOC Score 90.7
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 126
  • Online programs available

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#6

University of Illinois Chicago

Chicago, IL 29.5 miles away BOC Score 79.6
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 716
  • Online programs available

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#7

North Central College

Naperville, IL 33.1 miles away BOC Score 67.2
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 130
  • Online programs available

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#8

Chicago State University

Chicago, IL 40.1 miles away BOC Score 36.3
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 48
  • Online programs available

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#9

Lewis University

Romeoville, IL 43.8 miles away BOC Score 73.8
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  • In-state tuition: $39,200
  • Out-of-state tuition: $39,200
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  • Admission rate: 71%
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

South Suburban College

South Holland, IL 45.8 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 250
  • Online programs available

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'Illinois Occupational Therapy Assistant

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $64,120 $30.83 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $72,300 $34.76 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-2011 Source: BLS OEWS

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  • ACOTE accreditation (required for NBCOT eligibility)
  • Fieldwork Level I and Level II hours and facility types
  • NBCOT exam preparation and school pass rates
  • State licensure requirements for OTAs
  • Associate degree credential and transfer options

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Career Overview

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